stories have the power to transform
stories have the power to transform
stories have the power to transform
The Forgiveness Project provides opportunities and resources for people to explore the benefits and complexities of forgiveness.
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resources
Discover forgiveness — stories, tools, and more
Delve deeper into the world of forgiveness with our rich collection of resources. Whether you prefer quiet reading or engaging in community gatherings, there’s something here for you.
restorative narratives
Explore forgiveness through real-life stories
We believe stories can transform how we see ourselves and relate to others. That’s why we share restorative narratives—real-life stories of people and communities learning to rebuild after difficult times.
Margaret McKinney
"Religion doesn’t matter there. Whether it’s the mother of an IRA son, or the wife of a Loyalist paramilitary, there’s no difference."
Ginn Fourie and Letlapa Mphahlele
"Vulnerable feelings, when expressed to other people, have the potential to establish lasting bonds."
Janis Hillard
"It is through forgiveness that I have repossessed what was stolen from me and put it back where it rightfully belongs."
Mari Johnson
"In the end I chose to forgive him because the rage was consuming me mentally and physically, and I couldn’t do it anymore."
restorative narratives
Explore forgiveness through real-life stories
We believe stories can transform how we see ourselves and relate to others. That’s why we share restorative narratives—real-life stories of people and communities learning to rebuild after difficult times.
recognition
Award-winning Impact
The Forgiveness Project was highly commended by the Robin Corbett Award for Prisoner Rehabilitation and awarded the Longford Prize for its transformative RESTORE programme, which makes a significant contribution to reducing reoffending.
