The first circle was established in Hamilton, Ontario, in 1994, as a reponse to the lack of adequate support and accountability mechanisms for people who had committed sexual offences and were reintegrating into the community. CoSA soon evolved into a program that operates at many sites across Canada—and across the UK and Europe, the United States, Australia, and South Korea. This network of long-time global partners has created an established community of practice that contributes to a deeper dialogue and exchange ofin sights into how to both improve CoSA programs and expand their impact.
