In the Baemba tribe of South Africa, when a person acts irresponsibly or unjustly, he is placed in the center of the village, alone and unfettered. All work ceases, and every man, woman, and child in the village gathers in a large circle around the accused individual. Then each person in the tribe speaks to the accused, one at a time, about all the good things the person has done in his life-time. All his positive attributes, good deeds, strengths, and kindnesses are recited carefully and at length. The tribal ceremony often lasts several days. … [Read more...] about LET THE PEOPLE SPEAK Letters to the Editor:
WRITTEN BY INMATES - ADVANCING SOCIAL JUSTICE
Written By Inmates - Advancing Social Justice
August 2019
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