Part of the Restorative Justice: A Regional Lens series highlighting restorative justice applications in different regions across the United States, this session focuses on restorative justice in the South and features community-based organizations and practitioners committed to implementing restorative approaches that promote accountability and healing within communities and function alongside or outside the criminal legal system. Presenters will share recommendations for implementing restorative justice based on their experience. Featured panelists include Lashawnda Singleton, Jasmyn Story, Kelli Burnett, Dan Kahn, JoHanna “J” Thompson, and Aparna Polavarapu.