Sycamore Tree Project ® in the Solomon Islands
A recent newspaper headline from the Solomon Islands reads, “Prisoners find way to reconcile with victims.’ The article refers to the recent celebration ceremony of Sycamore Tree Project® run by Prison Fellowship Solomon Islands in Rove Central Prison in Honiara.
The event, attended by senior government officials, church and
community representatives, and programme participants, highlighted the
experiences of both prisoners and victims participating in the
programme.
PF Solomon Islands volunteer facilitator, Nathaniel Seru described the
goals of the programme to help prisoners understand the impact of crime
and the possibilities of reconciliation. Prisoner participants also
told stories of how the programme had impacted them. Listening to these
testimonies was a moving experience for the Permanent Secretary of the
Ministry of National Unity, Peace and Reconciliation who felt the
process held potential for greater application in the country.
September 2008
