Survivors4justicereform-va

Survivors4justicereform-va We are the VA Chapter of a global coalition of Survivors of SV, DV and Human Trafficking and allies who stand for justice reform.

We advocate for options beyond the carceral system. There is no one size fits all when it comes to justice.

Join us on June 13th for the 3rd Annual Both Sides of the Gun, presented by , hosted by and Whitney Jones from the RJ ...
06/03/2026

Join us on June 13th for the 3rd Annual Both Sides of the Gun, presented by , hosted by and Whitney Jones from the RJ Foundation. We are incredibly honored to announce that , the Virginia Representative for , will be a special guest speaker.
​Fatimah will deliver a critical session on Legislation and Policy Education & Strategy, offering strategies for true systemic change.
This is a space for dialogue, healing, and empowering our community. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the solution. Check the flyer for time and location details.
Different Stories. One Purpose. Stronger Together.

05/05/2026

Change starts when we bridge the gap between policy and reality. This month, S4JR-VA is launching a major campaign push for Beyond the Gates. We believe it is a necessity for Virginia legislators to step inside our institutions and see firsthand how their laws impact our loved ones and our communities. Stay tuned for more ways you can support the mission, including initiatives to amplify voices from the inside.

Don't miss our educational posts on the pioneers for Crime Victims' Rights. Stay tuned for more from Survivors4JusticeRe...
04/27/2026

Don't miss our educational posts on the pioneers for Crime Victims' Rights. Stay tuned for more from Survivors4JusticeReform VA.

04/25/2026

"Justice should feel like healing, not just more harm." — Marlee Liss
We are concluding our National Crime Victims’ Rights Week series by honoring our founder, Marlee Liss. Marlee’s historic restorative justice case changed the narrative of what is possible for survivors of SV.
As we wrap up this week, we want to extend our deepest appreciation to every pioneer we’ve highlighted and, most importantly, to the survivors in our network. Whether you are speaking out or healing in silence, you are the heart of S4JR-VA.
Thank you to the advocates, policy experts, and community leaders who are working tirelessly to build a restorative Virginia. Together, we are letting the shame change sides.

04/25/2026

"Justice is a unit of life, healing, and restoration." — Christopher Willars
For National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, we are highlighting Christopher Willars, founder of From hosting 'Both Sides of the Gun' events to providing mental health support for survivors of trafficking, Chris is a leader who walks the walk.
His work in the reentry space and with at-risk youth proves that true safety comes from addressing our shared trauma and building a community where everyone has the tools to thrive.

04/24/2026

"I was the conductor of the Underground Railroad for eight years, and I can say what most conductors can't say; I never ran my train off the track and I never lost a passenger." — Harriet Tubman
For National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, S4JR-VA is honoring Harriet Tubman. Beyond her legendary status, she was a survivor of extreme systemic violence who transformed her trauma into a strategic movement for liberation.
Join us as we continue the work of building a justice system that centers on freedom, safety, and human dignity.

04/24/2026

"I come as the advocate of helpless, forgotten, insane, and distracted persons." — Dorothea Dix
For National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, S4JR-VA is honoring Dorothea Dix. In the 19th century, she exposed the brutal reality of the mentally ill in our prison system and transformed the way we provide care.
Her work is the foundation of our fight today to decriminalize mental health and disability. Join us as we advocate for a Virginia that prioritizes specialized, humane care over the cycle of incarceration.

04/23/2026

"Justice is a relationship, not a punishment."
​This National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, S4JR-VA is honoring Chief Justice Robert Yazzie. By revitalizing Navajo Peacemaking, Justice Yazzie showed the world that we can address harm without discarding humanity.
​Traditional Indigenous wisdom teaches us that true safety comes from restoration, not permanent exclusion. Today, we carry that torch in Virginia as we fight for a justice system that centers survivor healing and community harmony.

04/23/2026

"Healing is a journey that requires us to bridge the gap between our pain and our purpose." — John Sage
For National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, S4JR-VA is highlighting John Sage, founder of BridgestoLife. After losing his sister to violence, John realized that true justice requires more than a courtroom—it requires a connection.
His work reminds us that when survivors lead the conversation, we find a path to accountability that actually changes lives and keeps our communities safe.

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