Restorative Justice Specialist
Jeanette Martinez, LMSW
20 years of experience and a proven track record as a Restorative Justice practitioner, advocate, trainer, and mentor to others. I am the owner of Circle of Justice LLC., and a Licensed Master's Social Worker(LCSW).
An active advocate for juvenile justice reform since 2001. Throughout this time my active role in advocating for restorative justice programs and projects in New Mexico has been a catalyst for new and innovative restorative justice programs being developed that in turn have contributed to the improved functioning of the juvenile justice system, locally and throughout the state. My dedication, commitment, and passion for healing relationships and restoring hope is reflected in my approach to creating healthy youth, families and communities.
Served as the apprentice to Kay Pranis a renowned pioneer in the field of Restorative Justice and the “Circle Process". My continued professional relationship with Kay has allowed collaboration and sharing of practices with many Restorative Justice experts and practitioners throughout the United States.
Presenting and Promoting Restorative Justice in New Mexico:
An active advocate for juvenile justice reform since 2001. Throughout this time my active role in advocating for restorative justice programs and projects in New Mexico has been a catalyst for new and innovative restorative justice programs being developed that in turn have contributed to the improved functioning of the juvenile justice system, locally and throughout the state. My dedication, commitment, and passion for healing relationships and restoring hope is reflected in my approach to creating healthy youth, families and communities.
Served as the apprentice to Kay Pranis a renowned pioneer in the field of Restorative Justice and the “Circle Process". My continued professional relationship with Kay has allowed collaboration and sharing of practices with many Restorative Justice experts and practitioners throughout the United States.
Presenting and Promoting Restorative Justice in New Mexico:
- Juvenile Justice System - Courts/Probation/Detention
- Albuquerque Public Schools – District and individual
- Community organizations – State Wide
- New Mexico National Association of Social Workers
- Children’s Law Institute Conference
- State Bar Conference
- Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee
- United World College
- New Mexico State Children Youth and Family Services (CYFD)
- State of New Mexico Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Symposium
- New Mexico State Health and Human Services
- Zehr Institute International project to map out future of Restorative Justice
