Remi Alidon

Remi’s Bonderman journey will be an opportunity to explore the unique intersection of her passions for justice and Near Eastern civilizations. She plans to immerse herself in Eastern societies to better understand their cultures and specifically, their perspectives on justice and punishment. Remi will also engage with Indigenous communities whose traditions have significantly shaped restorative justice practices. Motivated by a commitment to finding alternatives to punitive systems and mass incarceration, she hopes to bring back culturally grounded insights to inform and enrich restorative justice efforts at home. Through this experience, Remi aims to enhance her cultural competency and understand other justice systems through the real lived experiences of individuals across diverse communities.