​NW Justice Forum Steering Committee

The steering committee includes representatives from across the Northwest working in the field of restorative justice, ranging from non-profit and government agencies to individuals working in private practice. These private and public agencies, along with volunteer citizens work together to plan the forum each year. 

To apply to be a part of the NW Justice Forum Steering Committee, click here.

​Current Steering Committee Members

​IDAHO

Melinda Sonnen
Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Specialist
Idaho Department of Juvenile Correction
(208) 799-3332
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​OREGON

Rhea DuMont, MA (2016-19 Committee Co-Chair)
Restorative Justice Specialist Senior
Juvenile Services Division of the Multnomah County Department of Community Justice
(503) 988-4242
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Mindy Johnston, MS 
Community Director, Vancouver WA
Lutheran Community Services
(360) 694-5624 x23
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Raphi Miller
Director of Education and School Services, Medford OR
Resolve Center for Dispute Resolution and Restorative Justice
(541) 770-6022
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Jillian Kellington (2019-2021 Committee Co-Chair)
Victim Services Coordinator, Oregon City OR
Clackamas County Juvenile Department
503-650-3109
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Scott Smith (2019-2021 Committee Co-Chair)
Restorative Justice Program Manager, Eugene OR
Center for Dialogue and Resolution
(541) 344-5366
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​WASHINGTON

Barb Toews, Ph.D
Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice
University of Washington Tacoma
(253) 692-5639
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