Our Services
Restorative justice services for youth, families, and community partners in Minnesota.
Structured Services That Promote Accountability and Repair
KFL offers restorative justice services that help youth understand harm, make amends, and reconnect with family and community support. All services are community-based, non-punitive, trauma-informed, and culturally informed.
Community Conferencing
A facilitated group process that brings together those affected by harm to talk about impact, accountability, and repair. What It Helps With
- family conflict
- school-based incidents
- community harm
- rebuilding trust
- creating shared accountability plans
Victim-Offender Mediation
A voluntary, structured dialogue between the harmed party and the youth responsible, focused on voice, understanding, and meaningful repair. What It Helps With
- direct accountability
- victim voice and healing
- apology and restitution
- conflict resolution
- restorative closure
Probation Diversion Circles
A restorative alternative to deeper court involvement that supports reflection, responsibility, and reintegration. What It Helps With
- diversion from formal processing
- youth accountability
- family engagement
- community support
- recidivism reduction
Family and Community Engagement Support
Restorative outcomes are stronger when families and community supports are part of the process. What It Includes
- family preparation
- restorative orientation
- support planning
- coordinated communication
- culturally responsive engagement
Accountability Planning and Follow-Up
KFL helps youth complete restorative agreements through structured follow-up and supportive monitoring. What It May Include
- written apologies
- restitution planning
- community service
- educational reflection
- mentoring or counseling referrals
- progress monitoring
