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.
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.
Judith Toy
"I had forgiven Charles, not condoned what he did. And I was still afraid of him."
Violeta and Petrica Danut Chereches
"I want to have a little part of my mother. And to have that little part, I need to forgive."
John Carter
"They gave me the resolve to not steal and to certainly not commit violence against another person ever again."
Hanneke Coates
"I thought I had forgiven my Japanese captors, and yet was always aware of the hairs rising in the nape of my neck when I heard a Japanese voice."
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.
