Clinks Light Lunch | Issue 482 | 28th April 2017

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In this week's edition...

CLINKS BLOG: supporting children

In this guest blog from Lindsay Sutherland, Research & Policy Officer at i-HOP, Lindsay discusses the support available for the children of people in our justice system. Lindsay writes about their latest resource, a practitioners' guide to supporting the families of people in the criminal justice system, now available to download from i-HOP for free following its launch in Birmingham last year. Read the blog here

CLINKS NEWS: criminal justice personalisation

Clinks has released a series of videos, in which Clinks' Health and Justice Practice Team Leader & Development Officer Hazel Alcraft interviews Professor Chris Fox from Manchester Metropolitan University about what personalisation means, how it applies to criminal justice, examples of personalisation in practice, and where you can go to find out more. Watch the videos here

CLINKS VACANCY: support young adults

The Offender Policy Team in the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is interested in seconding voluntary sector expertise to help develop their policy on young adults. The ideal secondee will have a background in delivering or designing services in the young adult age group. The role will be based at the MoJ with flexibility to work from home or outside London. It is expected to last six months. The secondee will remain employed by the organisation from which they are seconded which will be reimbursed at a rate to cover costs within the MoJ grade B or A salary range (£35k to £70k), depending on experience. Applicants should send a CV to Clinks, with a covering letter outlining their relevant skills. To apply or for more information email oonagh.ryder@clinks.org

CLINKS OPPORTUNITY: insurance offer

Insurance is an essential purchase for voluntary sector organisations. We’re working with Scrutton Bland Insurance Group to offer our members a specialised service and a great discount. As a Clinks member Scrutton Bland is offering you: A minimum of 5% discount on the insurance premium, a free advice helpline on insurance risk management, a full review of your existing insurance requirements, and a full market exercise to provide alternative insurers and premiums. Scrutton Bland has had a dedicated charity insurance department for the past eight years and works with clients throughout the UK. They have developed relationships with insurance providers who understand the charity sector. To take advantage of this offer call Freephone 08000 121 131 or email clinks@scruttonbland.co.uk

NATIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE ARTS ALLIANCE EVENT: safeguarding training

Join the National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance for an interactive safeguarding training session run by Mike Sheath from the Lucy Faithfull Foundation [23rd May, Manchester, early bird tickets £50]. The training will cover carrying out creative practices safely in criminal justice settings, how the artists' role is different to other practitioners, and how to enable creative processes with vulnerable people to keep participants and facilitators safe. It will also cover general safeguarding in criminal justice settings, statutory frameworks and working with people who have committed sexual offences. Find out more and book here

CLINKS PARTNER'S BLOG: tackling multiple disadvantage

In this blog by Sam Thomas from the Making Every Adult Matter Coalition (MEAM), Sam discusses how people facing multiple disadvantage have been pushed to the extreme margins of UK society, and how the MEAM National Summit plans to tackle ongoing issues surrounding people with multiple needs. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: impact on children of police raids

Pact has released an animation telling the real life story of a child whose home was raided by police. The animation, which was co-created with children and young people who have been affected by the imprisonment of a parent or close family member, is the first in a series which will highlight the trauma and fear that children often experience when their homes are raided by police. Watch the video here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: black, Asian and minority ethnic women

Agenda and Women in Prison have released a report on black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) women in the criminal justice system called 'Double disadvantage'. BAME women interviewed for the report said that they felt they were discriminated against and experienced racism in prison from both staff and other prisoners. The report is based on focus group interviews with women in prison and in the community. It was undertaken to help inform the Lammy Review into racial bias in the criminal justice system. Read the report here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: youth employment

The Challenge (run by Step Forward) is seeking views on the Government decision that every 16-19 year old student undertaking a college-based technical education route will be entitled to a high quality work placement, lasting between one and three months. The Challenge is keen that proposals are employer-led, ensuring students are highly employable and work ready upon graduation. You can give your views through surveys, workshops and placement hosting. They are particularly interested in speaking with employers in the London, North West and West Midlands regions. If you are interested in being involved, or have any questions, please contact Sam Dilliway sam.dilliway@the-challenge.org.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: mental health

The London Assembly Health Committee is conducting an investigation into the mental health needs of people in prison and former prisoners as part of a wider investigation examining what the Mayor can do to support better mental health for all Londoners. It is asking eight questions and would like to hear from organisations and individuals with experience of these issues. The closing date to submit evidence is 31st May. Read more here

FUNDING: rural areas

The NFU Mutual Charitable Trust is open for applications for amounts from £250 upwards. NFU provide grants for projects that strengthen rural areas of the UK, particularly those that educate young people and relieve poverty. Charitable organisations based and working within the UK seeking funding for charitable initiatives in the areas of education, research, social welfare and poverty relief can apply. It is not necessary to be a registered charity to apply. The deadline for applications is 26th May. Find out more here

FUNDING: local London

The Crowdfund London scheme has been launched with the aim of improving local areas in greater London. Applicants could receive up to £50,000 from the Mayor, with the rest of the money needed for the project to be crowdfunded. The project is looking for ideas that show innovation and enterprise and aspire to achieve a wider social good. The deadline for applications is 5th June. Find out more here

FUNDING: gender equality

The Rosa Fund opens the second round of its Voices from the Front Line programme this week, supporting women’s organisations to shine a light on their work on gender equality in the UK, by resourcing advocacy and activists with lived experience of disadvantage. The programme offers grants between £500-£2,000. The deadline for applications is 15th June. Find out more and apply here

CLINKS MEMBER'S EVENT: prison drug policy

Volteface and User Voice will be holding its 'High Stakes: Prison Drug Policy Symposium' event [5th May, London, price TBC]. This symposium will bring together a diverse range of stakeholders, policymakers and experts to propose pragmatic policy changes to reduce drug-related harms and improve prison outcomes. For more information email george@volteface.me

CLINKS MEMBER'S EVENT: postcards from prison

The Koestler Trust is holding 'Postcards from Prison' [17th May, London, £100], a fundraising event at which 200 original artworks by high-profile artists and artists from prisons across the country will be won by lottery. Artists include Grayson Perry, Anish Kapoor, Harland Miller, Cornelia Parker, Rachel Howard and Gavin Turk alongside postcards created by prisoners. Find out more and book here

CLINKS MEMBER'S EVENT: former prisoners' art

‘Beyond Bars’ is an arts-festival showcasing the work of former prisoners [31st May, London, free]. Through music, poetry and theatrical performances, this festival aims to challenge the efficacy of punishment today and give voice to the lived experiences of those subjected to it. The event is part of a series of activities from Safe Ground and the Howard League for Penal Reform, and the University of Warwick which aim to raise awareness of prison issues and offer practical recommendations. Book tickets here

CLINKS MEMBER'S EVENT: the future of probation

The Probation Institute is holding its 2nd Annual Probation Practitioner Conference [13th June, Sheffield, from £50]. This conference aims to give attendees the opportunity to review the lessons learned over the two years since probation reform and to look at what ways the probation world goes forward. The day will conclude with the 14th Annual Community Justice Portal Lecture to be delivered by Dame Glenys Stacey, the Chief Inspector of Probation, who will draw on the Inspectorate Reports to suggest how probation can advance and improve. Find out more and book here

NON MEMBERS' EVENTS AND TRAINING

  • Next steps for civil justice reform | 13th October, London, £210 | Details
  • Innovation in Rehabilitation: Building Better Futures | 22-27 October, London, from £350| Details

RESOURCE: social investment

Good Finance is a website to help charities and social enterprises navigate the often complex world of social investment. It was designed by charities and social enterprises and developed in collaboration with Big Society Capital, Access, Government and key sector partners. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBERS' VACANCIES

Vacancies on the jobs board this week include: an Older Offenders Researcher with Age UK [North Tyneside], a Caseworker – County Lines with St Giles Trust [Cardiff], a Secondment Opportunity – Young Adult Offenders with The Ministry of Justice [Flexible], a Recovery Worker with Social Interest Group [Ealing], a Project Worker with Adullam Homes [Buxton], a Strategic Lead with Lancashire Women's Centres [Lancashire], an Administration Officer with RAPt, a Veterans Support Worker with Northern Learning Trust [Northumbria], and Resettlement Officers with Prisoners Abroad [London]. For more information about these vacancies, and many more, click here

TIPS OF THE WEEK

  • Tip of the week I: Seven nights surfing in Bordeaux for £299. Details
  • Tip of the week II: Have a four course lunch on a private island from £99. Details
  • Tip of the Week III: Buy May's Gardeners World Magazine and get two for one entry to 398 UK gardens. Details

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