Explore our curated collection of books, academic publications, films, and practical case studies that reflect the intersection of law, psychology, and human dignity. Each resource is selected to support research, education, and practical application in human-centered justice fields. This library is continuously evolving as we receive new contributions from our global community.
Bryan Stevenson — Just Mercy
A powerful narrative about justice, dignity, systemic injustice, and human resilience.
Dennis Sullivan and Larry Tifft - Handbook Of Restorative Justice
Dennis P. Stolle — Practicing Therapeutic Jurisprudence: Law as a Helping Profession
Joan Halifax — Standing at the Edge: Finding Freedom Where Fear and Courage Meet
A core text on compassion, boundaries, and moral courage — essential for professionals working with conflict and suffering.
Judith Herman — Trauma and Recovery
A foundational text for understanding trauma — crucial for trauma-informed legal work.
J. Braithwaite — Restorative Justice and Responsive Regulation
An analytical exploration of restorative systems and regulatory theory.
Howard Zehr — Changing Lenses: Restorative Justice for Our Times
The seminal introduction to restorative justice, shifting the focus from punishment to healing.
Linda G. Mills — Violent Partners: A Breakthrough Plan for Ending the Cycle of Abuse
Marjorie Silver — Transforming Justice, Lawyers, and the Practice of Law
Sunny Schwartz — Dreams from the Monster Factory: A Tale of Prison, Redemption and One Woman's Fight to Restore Justice to All
All Your Faces (2023)
A powerful documentary exploring restorative justice encounters between victims and offenders. Offers an intimate look at accountability, empathy, and the complexity of repair.
Beyond Conviction (2006)
Beyond Right & Wrong: Stories of Justice and Forgiveness
Circle up (2023)
13th (2016)
Hector Black — Personal Testimony on Forgiveness
A short but deeply moving video of Hector Black discussing forgiveness after his daughter’s murder. A real-life reflection on restorative justice and moral courage.
Human — Yann Arthus-Bertrand (2015)
A sweeping film about humanity, dignity, suffering, incarceration, and forgiveness. Essential viewing for anyone studying justice through a humanistic lens.
The Work (2017)
An extraordinary documentary filmed inside Folsom Prison. Provides a raw and honest portrayal of group therapy, emotional release, and the humanity of incarcerated men.
When They See Us — Ava DuVernay (2019)
A dramatized depiction of the Central Park Five case, exposing systemic injustice, racial profiling, and the long-term consequences of wrongful conviction.
Hollow Water (Canada)
A leading restorative justice model developed within Indigenous communities. Demonstrates community-based healing, accountability, and long-term transformation.
Circles of Support and Accountability (CoSA)
Evidence-based restorative practice for reintegration of individuals returning from incarceration. Known globally for reducing recidivism through community support and accountability.
New Zealand Youth Justice System
A pioneering restorative approach inspired by Māori traditions. Family Group Conferences have become a model for youth justice reform worldwide.
Victim–Offender Mediation (Global Practice)
A widely studied restorative justice method facilitating dialogue between victims and offenders. Builds empathy, accountability, and meaningful resolution.
Therapeutic Courts (U.S. & International)
Drug courts, mental health courts, and veterans courts embody the principles of therapeutic jurisprudence — addressing underlying causes of harm rather than imposing purely punitive responses.