Professor Chris Marshall's work on justice and human rights issues was formally recognised when he received the Michael Klug Award for his contributions last Thursday.

The deep and far-reaching work of Professor Chris Marshall on justice and human rights issues was formally recognised when he received the Michael Klug Award in front of friends, family, colleagues, and members of Australasian-wide Resolution Institute at a ceremony last Thursday.

The award recognises Professor Marshall’s contribution towards the peaceful resolution of conflict in the best interests of the community throughout his 30-year career.

Professor Marshall, who is currently the Diana Unwin Chair of Restorative Justice, was "delighted" to win the award.

"I am especially pleased that it recognises efforts to resolve conflict in peaceable ways, which has been my life’s great commitment."

Resolution Institute’s New Zealand general manager Catherine Cooper said: "The contribution Chris has made to restorative practice in New Zealand and worldwide fits the criteria for the award perfectly.

"The Institute is delighted to be able to acknowledge Chris."

Throughout his career Professor Marshall has helped shape both theory and practice of restorative justice in New Zealand and internationally.

He has published six books and well over 100 journal articles, book chapters and reference work entries. He has helped establish best practice standards in the field, is a regular speaker at conferences, and has lectured in over a dozen countries.

During the ceremony guests shared stories of Chris's work, particularly noting how he inspires others, asks challenging questions, and his determination in championing peace-making dispute resolution.

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