I have chosen to examine John Braithwaite and analyze his major theory on restorative justice and, to a lesser extent, peacebuilding in fractured societies. I conducted some internet research on Braithwaite and his theories. I found information regarding Braithwaite's early life and his progress in sociology to be scant. I think this is not uncommon when it comes to living, working people who want privacy in their private lives. The information regarding Braithwaite's work is more than sufficient, however. Most of the material I used was about the Australian National University. I also read extracts from studies carried out in the field of peacebuilding. I discovered a fascinating mix of hope and responsibility. John Braithwaite is one of the world's leading sociologists today. His contributions to criminology and the social sciences are considerable. His theories have had a significant effect on the areas of governance and the criminal justice system. Braithwaite's commitment to his science is nothing less than a commitment to eventual world peace. He is truly a man who deserves the admiration even of those who have no interest in the justice system. His dedication to a better world is an example we should all follow. Braithwaite was born in Ipswich, Australia, in 1951. He married his wife Valerie, with whom he often collaborates, in 1972, the same year he graduated from the University of Queensland. Braithwaite holds a bachelor's degree with honors in psychology and specialization in anthropology and sociology. In 1977 he received a Ph.D. in sociology, also from the University of Queensland. He also has two children, Ben and Sari (Braithwaite 2011) who occasionally participate in what has become something of a family business. (Braithwaite 2008) Braithwaite is the author...... middle of article...... retrieved from http://www.anu.edu.au/fellows/jbraithwaite/Braithwaite, J. (17 November 1996). Restorative justice and a better future. Retrieved from http://www.iirp.org/article_detail.php?article_id=NDk4Braithwaite, J. (April 2000). Standards for restorative justice. Retrieved from http://www.restorativejustice.org/10fulltext/braithwaiteBraithwaite, J. (November 8, 2008). Restorative Justice Conference. Podcast retrieved from http://www.anu.edu.au/fellows/jbraithwaite/lectures/index.phpBraithwaite, J. (February 2011) Curriculum vitae: John Bradford Braithwaite. Retrieved from http://www.anu.edu.au/fellows/jbraithwaite/cv/JohnBraithwaiteCV.pdfMcGarrell 2001----McGarrell, E. (August 2001). Conferences on restorative justice as an early response to young offenders. OJJDP Juvenile Justice Bulletin. Retrieved from http://www.ncjrs.gov/html/ojjdp/jjbul2001_8_2/contents.html