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10/11/2026

Beyond Punishment: Survivor Voices, Humanity & Community Repair
We are proud to introduce the powerful panel joining us on Saturday, November 7, 2026, for Community Pathways: The Blueprint for Restorative Justice at Christopher Newport University!
Step into the movement and be part of this vital conversation:
📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Newport News, VA)
📅 Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST
🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://events.humanitix.com/community-pathways-the-blueprint-for-restorative-justice
🤝 Sponsor or learn more: https://www.survivors4justicereformva.com

10/10/2026

Data and research are essential for building effective, evidence-based public safety solutions!
​We are thrilled to highlight Dr. Steven Keener, Director of the Center for Crime, Equity, and Justice Research and Policy at Christopher Newport University; our official event host! Dr. Keener will be sharing critical research on restorative justice outcomes and the science of late-adolescent brain development to help ground our policy discussion in evidence and facts.
​Don't miss this landmark presentation at our statewide symposium:
​📍 Christopher Newport University
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!!! https://events.humanitix.com/community-pathways-the-blueprint-for-restorative-justice
🤝 Contact to sponsor at our website: https://www.survivors4justicereformva.com
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10/10/2026

10/09/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, but honoring survivors requires more than just wearing purple, it requires action, accountability, and unwavering support.
True justice for survivors means restoring power, offering trauma-informed choices, and ensuring every individual has the autonomy to define their own path to safety and healing. Today and every day, we stand with survivors, break the silence, and work to end cycles of violence in our communities.
Learn more about survivor-centered advocacy and restorative pathways:
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10/09/2026

Whether you are looking for community, advocacy tools, or a space to be heard, you belong here.
Join us as we come together for an afternoon centered on support, empowerment, and survivor-led healing.
Event Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, October 17th
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: VCU’s STEM Building, Room 112 (817 W Franklin St., Richmond, VA)

10/08/2026

Honored to be speaking on November 20th for this important virtual gathering!
Join me as I share insights on survivor autonomy, trauma-informed advocacy, and building genuine community justice pathways across Virginia.
Whether you’re an advocate, student, legal professional, or community member, I hope to see you there!
📍 Virtual Event (Zoom) 📅 Wednesday, November 20th 🎟️ Register to join: https://events.zoom.us/ev/ArVPma-2ivr6TFQORekTnMr3B4Xv-sXbBYTVDWn7uoTXkOskMJxs~Aih9iYgUkD0JmjaxswedYvmsOzH7MtXPsDfIyG1P_vGPMRwuqZ-7vxuIJg

10/07/2026

The Countdown is ON!!!
Join us on Saturday, November 7, 2026, for Community Pathways: The Blueprint for Restorative Justice, a landmark statewide symposium bringing together survivor advocates, scholars, legal experts, policymakers, and community leaders to redefine public safety and healing across Virginia.
Presented by Survivors4Justice Reform Virginia (S4JR-VA), hosted by the Center for Crime, Equity, and Justice Research and Policy at Christopher Newport University, and brought to you in collaboration with The Life Unit Inc. and Bending the Bars.
📍 Location: Christopher Newport University (Newport News, VA)
📅 Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST
🎟️ Reserve Your Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/community-pathways-the-blueprint-for-restorative-justice
🤝 Sponsor or Learn More: https://www.survivors4justicereformva.com