RestorativU

Anti-Racism
at RestorativU

Our stand

At Restorativu, we believe that restorative justice must be rooted in racial justice. Racism — whether structural, institutional, or interpersonal — harms individuals, communities, and society. We are committed to actively dismantling racism in all its forms and building a culture where equity, dignity, and belonging are not optional — they're foundational.

We recognise that racism is not just a matter of individual prejudice but a system of power that privileges some while oppressing others.

Our anti-racism work is not a side project — it's central to our mission.

What anti-Racism means to us

Anti-racism is more than being "not racist".
It means:

  • Actively identifying and challenging racist beliefs, behaviours, and systems.
  • Listening to and amplifying voices from racialised communities.
  • Holding ourselves accountable for the impact of our actions — not just our intentions.

We understand that racism intersects with other forms of oppression, and we commit to addressing these complexities with care and courage.

Our Guiding Principles

Equity
over equality

  • We don’t treat everyone the same—we treat people according to their needs.
  • We make adjustments to remove barriers created by racial bias and systemic discrimination.

Representation
with integrity

  • We strive for racial diversity in our team, leadership, and services.
  • We reject tokenism and honour the full spectrum of identities within racialised communities.

Voice
and power

  • We create spaces where people of colour feel safe, heard, and respected.
  • We ensure clear, confidential routes for raising concerns about racism or discrimination.

Learning
and unlearning

  • We challenge our own biases and assumptions.
  • We engage in ongoing education about race, privilege, and power.
  • We welcome feedback and commit to growth.

Our actions

To make anti-racism real, we:

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    Review our policies and practices to identify racial bias.
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    Monitor recruitment, service delivery, and volunteer engagement for racial equity.
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    Provide training and resources to staff and volunteers on anti-racism.
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    Collaborate with organisations and individuals who are leading racial justice work.

Legal and Ethical Framework

We uphold the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation protecting against racial discrimination. But we go further — recognising that legal compliance is the floor, not the ceiling.

We challenge racism in all its forms, including:

Accountability and Transparency

Anti-racism is everyone’s responsibility. At Restorativu:

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    Staff, volunteers, contractors and trustees are expected to uphold our anti-racism values.
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    We are transparent about our progress and challenges.
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    We welcome scrutiny and commit to honest reflection.

Join Us

We invite you to walk with us on this journey. Whether you're a service user, partner, volunteer or supporter — your voice matters.

Together, we can build a restorative future that is truly just.