i-RESTORE research report on the application of restorative justice in cases involving child-victims in Greece

The national research report in Greece was produced by Cecilia Popa, Dimitra Moustaka, Martha Chatzopoulou and Effie Papaioannou. It aimed at identifying gaps and synergies concerning the application of restorative justice (RJ) in cases involving child victims. Amongst other goals, the project identified RJ practices in Greece, with a focus on the particularity of this process and the existence of best practices when working with children. The first part of the report provides an overview of juvenile justice in Greece, including juvenile penal legislation; the policy framework for child victims; research, projects and training in restorative justice and children’s rights; and the current state of restorative justice and mediation in law and practice. The second part of this report is based on an empirical study that draws on 24 consultations with 22 professionals and children. Based on the literature review and the analysis of the interviews, the authors propose a list of recommendations that aim to ensure and promote a coherent and balanced application of restorative justice for children.