| Description | Interpersonal and state violence are deeply entwined, and we must address both at the same time. Collective Justice members will share their efforts to meaningfully address harm in our communities without relying on punishment. They will engage with the tensions and possibilities of Restorative and Transformative Justice work in our current context, and will share their work to support those impacted by and responsible for violence in a way that upholds their dignity, reduces the likelihood of further harm, and supports healing for everyone impacted. Please note, registration is required.
Martina Kartman supports politicized healing for individuals on both sides of harm in community and behind bars, and organizes to elevate their visions of safety, healing and justice for broader policy change. She has dedicated her life to grassroots movements that uphold the needs, humanity and dignity of all communities impacted by interpersonal and state violence. She draws on her own experiences as a young person on both sides of the criminal legal system, as well as over a decade of experience in anti-violence, and racial justice movements to inform her work.
Matthew Murphy draws on his personal experience as both a survivor of harm and someone who has caused harm himself to do restorative justice and healing trauma work. He brings facilitation experience with his justice involved community while incarcerated from the age of 17-31 years old. He is a graduate of the HEAL restorative justice program, and received his Associates of Arts degree through University Beyond Bars. He carries the ways of his ancestors, grounded in balance, harmony, and the firm belief that we are all in relationship and worthy of grace, dignity, and agency.
Devon Adams is committed to contributing to the healing of community members who have experienced harm and caused harm; seeking to support the well-being of others. Devon spent fifteen years in prison contributing to the wellness and uplifting of the incarcerated community. He is a graduate of the HEAL program, and a lead facilitator and organizer with the Black Prisoners Caucus and Concerned Lifers Organizations. Devon also holds a Bachelor of Specialized Studies from Ohio University, which he received through his participation with University Beyond Bars. |
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