# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Power of Dialogue: Human Stories of Restorative Justice - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join Jacob Dunne & Lynn Burns as they share human stories of harm, dialogue and repair, exploring the impact & power of restorative justice.About this EventAbout the Event“One life has been wasted, because of this. Senseless, no reason at all. So where's the sense in wasting another?”We’re delighted to announce an event on 11th March with Lynn Burns and Jacob Dunne, whose inspirational story became the 5* play ‘Punch’.Based on real events and adapted from Jacob Dunne’s book Right From Wrong, the play centres on a single, impulsive act – a punch thrown on a night out by a young man that led to the death of another. What followed was something extraordinary: a process of Restorative Justice, initiated by the victim’s parents, that brought them face to face with the man responsible for their son’s death.CJS Chief Executive Karyn McCluskey: “Lynn is one of the most thoughtful, compassionate, and quietly determined human beings I’ve ever had the privilege to work alongside. Her integrity, her grace, and her unwavering commitment to making things better for others remind us all what true public service looks like. Scotland is fortunate to have her.”At The Power of Dialogue: Human Stories of Restorative Justice we will explore the impact of harm, the power of dialogue, and what becomes possible when justice prioritises accountability, understanding, and meaningful repair.A film of the event will be available on YouTube shortly afterwards.SpeakersJacob Dunne and Lynn BurnsWhat to ExpectA discussion on harm, impact, and repairViewing of selected filmed excerpts from the critically acclaimed play Punch, based on Jacob Dunne’s storyA panel of voices including practitioners and people affected by harmAudience Q&AA welcoming and reflective space for shared learningDoors open at 13:30 for arrivals and refreshmentsThe discussion will begin promptly at 14:00 and conclude at 16:00Venue InformationHawthornden Lecture Theatre at the National Galleries of ScotlandThe Mound, Edinburgh, EH2 2ELTravel5 minutes’ walk from Waverley Station1 minute from Princes Street Tram stopThe venue is centrally located and easily accessible by public transportAccessibility & Dietary RequirementsWe want to ensure the event is accessible and comfortable for all attendees.When completing your registration, please let us know about any accessibility and dietary (for arrival refreshments) requirements.Filming NoticeThis event will be professionally filmed to support future learning and the promotion of restorative justice. If you would prefer not to appear on camera, please speak to a member of the Community Justice Scotland (CJS) team when you arrive. We will ensure that suitable arrangements are made to respect your privacy and accommodate your request.Who Should Attend?This event is ideal for:Professionals and Policymakers in justice, education, community safety, or social carePractitioners interested in trauma‑informed and relational approachesCommunity members and studentsAnyone curious about restorative justice and human‑centred approaches to harmTicketsThis is a free event, but places are limited.Please register early to secure your space. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-power-of-dialogue-human-stories-of-restorative-justice/100001983866867204 - **Event Categories**: Art, Entertainment, Theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Hawthornden Lecture Theatre, The National Galleries of Scotland - **lat**: 55.9513634 - **long**: -3.1965532 - **full address**: Hawthornden Lecture Theatre, The National Galleries of Scotland, The Mound, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Power of Dialogue: Human Stories of Restorative Justice - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/97f4c028b21c4c18700e98cb9278385e59018a4303df6844456ebba6499522a7-rimg-w960-h350-dceeeeee-gmir.jpg?v=1772796963 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Power of Dialogue: Human Stories of Restorative Justice being held? - **A:** The Power of Dialogue: Human Stories of Restorative Justice takes place on Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Hawthornden Lecture Theatre, The National Galleries of Scotland, The Mound, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Power of Dialogue: Human Stories of Restorative Justice? - **A:** The Power of Dialogue: Human Stories of Restorative Justice is organized by Community Justice Scotland. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "The Power of Dialogue: Human Stories of Restorative Justice", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/97f4c028b21c4c18700e98cb9278385e59018a4303df6844456ebba6499522a7-rimg-w960-h350-dceeeeee-gmir.jpg?v=1772796963", "startDate": "2026-03-11", "endDate": "2026-03-11", "url": "https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-power-of-dialogue-human-stories-of-restorative-justice/100001983866867204", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Hawthornden Lecture Theatre, The National Galleries of Scotland", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "The Mound", "postalCode": "EH2 2EL", "addressLocality": "Edinburgh", "addressRegion": "SC", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "55.9513634", "longitude": "-3.1965532" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join Jacob Dunne & Lynn Burns as they share human stories of harm, dialogue and repair, exploring the impact & power of restorative justice.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "2026-03-11", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-power-of-dialogue-human-stories-of-restorative-justice/100001983866867204" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-power-of-dialogue-human-stories-of-restorative-justice/100001983866867204", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Community Justice Scotland", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/community-justice-scotland/18452840" } ] } ] ```