sujatha baliga

Sujatha Baliga, a MacArthur Fellow and leader in restorative justice, shares her transformative journey from childhood trauma to forgiveness. She recounts her profound meeting with the Dalai Lama and how it spurred her healing process. Baliga emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and meditation in personal growth, and discusses how restorative justice can serve as a powerful alternative to traditional punitive systems. Her insights offer practical ways to navigate conflicts and cultivate compassion, inspiring others to rethink their approach to revenge.

Sujatha Baliga, a MacArthur 'genius' grant recipient and Director of the Restorative Justice Project, shares her transformative insights on restorative justice's potential to reshape the criminal justice system. She discusses how this approach focuses on healing and accountability rather than punishment, resulting in higher survivor satisfaction and reduced recidivism. Baliga’s personal journey from victim to advocate highlights the importance of storytelling and genuine dialogue. Her work promotes a paradigm shift that prioritizes restoration and community involvement in addressing harm.

Danielle Sered, author and restorative justice advocate, sujatha baliga, director of the Restorative Justice Project, and Mariame Kaba, prison abolitionist, discuss transformative ideas on justice. They explore how restorative practices can serve as an antidote to mass incarceration and everyday conflicts. The conversation highlights the emotional challenges faced by victims, the need for accountability, and how restorative approaches can foster communal healing. They challenge the traditional punitive system, advocating for a more inclusive and compassionate framework.