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ABOUT US
STAY TUNED FOR OUR UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
Worth Justice Worth Circle® Training
Cultivate More JOY (Justice Operating in You)™ for organizations and create your own JOY blueprint. JOY is the response to the question, how to disrupt and dismantle systems of harm operating within?
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Ubuntu! Meet D'Ajani, a loving spirit , one who has been humanized by the human experience. D'Ajani chooses forgiveness and love to change the world.
We cannot return hurt for hurt, injury for injury and hold onto our humanity. ~D'Ajani.
D'Ajani Varlack-Butler, MPS, MSW, is a dedicated advocate for humanity and Veteran whose journey from Harlem to international stages speaks to his commitment to transformative justice and holistic processes for persons who are system-impacted. As Chief Waymaker of Worth Justice Inc., he brings over 17 years of experience in Restorative Justice, blending his expertise in conflict resolution, social work, and restorative practices to create pathways for healing. D'Ajani empowers individuals affected by the justice system, homelessness, and mental health challenges to reclaim their worth and find their place in society. Rooted in the belief that affirming a person’s worth can ignite profound healing and resilience, his work dismantles cycles of harm and paves the way for a compassionate, united world. From K-12 schools to prisons, D'Ajani's influence remains focused on cultivating a more just society for all.
Worth Justice Welcomes
Shelby Demby, Principle Waymaker
Shelby Demby is a restorative educator with over 13 years dedicated to youth violence prevention and transforming school environments through restorative justice. Recognizing the need to build systems rooted in healing, accountability, and community-building, she founded Why Restorative Justice to offer training and advocacy for schools committed to these values. As the Principle Waymaker for Worth Justice, Shelby provides training, advocacy, and organizational support to empower communities and foster meaningful change. Her efforts, reaching from classrooms to policymakers, are driven by a vision of safe, equitable spaces where every individual in the community can thrive.
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Our Philosophy
We believe in the humanity of all people and recognize that we cannot honor this belief without acknowledging the Afrocentric and Indigenous worldviews that ground our work. As Bryan Stevenson said, “Each of us is more than the worst thing that we have done or that has happened to us.” This truth is central to our mission: when we recognize each person’s worth, we open the door to transformation and healing.
Through education, training, and authentic communication, we seek to create belonging and deepen one’s capacity to respond restoratively to conflict and harm. As Waymakers, we are committed to fighting for humanity and justice, rooted in a shared responsibility to uplift, honor the power of voice, restore compassion, and cultivate joy.
Together, we work to build a world where our shared humanity is recognized and treated with love, dignity, and respect. We especially strive to help historically marginalized communities find a place for themselves in the world. We believe that when we affirm worth, we have the power to change lives and create a more just and inclusive world.
Leaving a legacy of leadership, love, and learning.
