Restorative Justice

In the heart of our city, where crime and violence have become everyday realities, StreetLove stands for something radically different—healing, hope, and restoration. We believe that no life is too far gone, no heart too hardened, and no community too broken for the power of love to reach.

Through our Restorative Justice initiatives, we enter spaces others often avoid—jails, detention centers, and the darkest corners of our city—bringing light, joy, and healing to those who feel forgotten. We don’t just visit these spaces; we show up with presence, laughter, music, prayer, and genuine connection. We remind incarcerated youth and adults that their story isn’t over and their lives still have value and purpose.

We believe that the key to restoring D.C.’s crime and violence issues is not more punishment but more presence. Love is our strategy, and healing is our mission. By building relationships, listening to the struggles youth face, and offering pathways toward accountability and growth, we plant seeds of transformation in places that desperately need it.