Clinks Light Lunch | Issue 590 | 28th June 2019

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In this week's edition...

CLINKS NEWS: one week left to respond

There's only one week left to complete this year's State of the sector survey. The deadline is 5th July. Don’t miss this important opportunity to share your organisation’s story. Take just 15 minutes to respond and help raise the collective voice of the voluntary sector working in criminal justice. Last year, we found people’s basic needs are increasingly unmet by statutory provision driving them into desperate situations - what are your experiences this year? With your help, we'll identify key trends impacting the sector, the challenges you’re facing and your successes. We'll raise the issues that matter to you with the government. Make sure your organisation is represented in our research. Complete the survey here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: two charities combine

Langley House Trust, a national rehabilitation charity, is delighted to announce that Clean Sheet will become part of the Langley House Trust Group. Langley provides housing, support and care to ex-offenders. Clean Sheet is a national charity for the employment of ex-offenders. Tracy Wild, CEO of Langley House Trust, said: “We are delighted that Clean Sheet has become part of the Langley House Trust Group and that we can provide the financial stability and infrastructure that will help Clean Sheet to continue finding employment options for people who have been in prison.” Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: crime and problem gambling

The Howard League for Penal Reform has launched a Commission on Crime and Problem Gambling and has put out a call for evidence. The Commission will run for three years and aims to answer the following questions: What are the links between crime and problem gambling? What impact does this link have on communities and society? What should be done? The Commission is keen to receive written evidence by 30th September. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: brain injury in criminal justice

On 25th June, Members of Parliament were invited to a brain injury screening session in Parliament, hosted by Chris Bryant MP to raise awareness of The Disabilities Trust’s work on brain injury in the criminal justice system. MPs could talk to experts in the field and learn more about acquired brain injury and how the screening process works. The Brain Injury Screening Index was developed in response to The Disabilities Trust’s research and uses 11 questions to help identify people with a brain injury, as well as giving an indication of the severity of the injury. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: data on the voluntary sector

NCVO has published this year's Almanac of the voluntary sector. Drawing on a range of sources, the Almanac produces insights on what voluntary organisations do, their income and spending, workforce, volunteers and the sector's impact. This year, in addition to giving a detailed overview of voluntary organisations’ finances, it has expanded coverage of the sector's overall value and contribution, workforce and volunteering. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: new Chair for mentoring charity

Duncan Shrubsole will become Switchback's new Chair from September. Duncan brings extensive experience from his years leading policy and campaigns at Crisis and now at the Lloyds Bank Foundation. He says, "It’s amazing to see how Switchback has grown and developed. Through sharing our insights and perspectives of our Trainees we will seek to change the systems holding Trainees back". Find out more here

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: engage in the future of probation

The Ministry of Justice is holding a series of market engagement events on the future of probation services in England and Wales. A Dynamic Framework for Rehabilitation and Resettlement Interventions event series [Various dates until 16th August | London, Cardiff, Manchester, York and webinars] will cover the design; payment mechanism and performance framework; commercial design; call-off commercial design; and day one services. Tickets will be limited to two per organisation. Find out more here

FUNDING: young people in criminal justice

The Weavers' Company Benevolent Fund will support work in the following areas of interest: young offenders, prisoners and ex-prisoners, and young disadvantaged people, especially those at risk of criminal involvement. It is especially interested in helping smaller organisations which offer direct services. Grants of up to £15,000 per annum may be awarded. Grants are normally awarded for one year only, and three years in exceptional circumstances. The application deadline is 31st July. Find out more here

FUNDING: disadvantaged young people

The William Wates Memorial Trust supports projects that encourage young people experiencing severe disadvantage to keep away from anti-social behaviour and criminal activity, enabling them to fulfil their potential. Generally, individual Grants are around £30,000 over three years. Two to three grants will be in the region of £30,000 – £50,000. Projects should help the most disadvantaged 5-19 year olds. They primarily support projects in London and the South East, but will consider nationwide projects. The application deadline is 5th August. Find out more here

FUNDING: improve the prospects of young people

CHK Charities Limited will assist 25-30 charities a year that are working throughout the UK in a targeted way to improve the lives and prospects of young people aged between 11 and 24 who are at risk as a result of: poor mental health, involvement in the criminal justice system, addictions and leaving the care system. CHK will undertake research to determine the charities it wishes to consider for funding and will make direct contact to begin discussions about opportunities. Applications for funding are not invited, but charities can alert CHK to their work by sending a brief email to admin@chkcharities.co.uk

CLINKS MEMBER'S EVENT: networking and performance

Imagine If is inviting businesses with inclusive recruitment policies, recruitment agencies and organisations who support people with convictions to attend its next 'Networking and Performance' event [4th July, HMP Lindholme (near Doncaster), free]. The event includes a performance created and presented by a group who are due for release from prison, created with Imagine If during 'Bird on the Wing', an intensive theatre and employability intervention. Booking by 2nd July is essential, email tamsin@imagineiftheatre.co.uk

NON-MEMBERS' EVENTS

  • Exhibit at an 'Employment Fayre' | HMP Featherstone, 24th July | Email sara.lyford-smith@justice.gov.uk
  • 'Next steps for probation services in England and Wales' | 29th October, London, from £85 | Details

PUBLICATION: digital courts

Reform has published a series of articles on 'Delivering Digital Courts'. This Reformer Thoughts series brings together experts to discuss the potential of technology to transform and modernise the justice service. The articles show how technology is enabling modern ways of working across the court and tribunal systems, how to successfully implement improvements to existing systems and processes, and how to ensure that these new technologies are designed around the needs of citizens. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBERS' VACANCIES

Vacancies on the jobs board this week include: Arrest Referral Worker with Kaleidoscope Project [St Asaph], Support Coordinator with Nacro [Epping Forest], Senior Services Manager with ADVANCE (Advocacy and Non-Violence Community Education)[Hammersmith], Support Coordinator with Engage Nacro [South Essex], Chair of the Board of Trustees with Women in Prison [Flexible], Offender Resettlement Worker with Shelter (England) [Lincoln], Community Volunteer Support Worker with St Giles Trust [Wolverhampton], Performance and Contracts Manager with The Magdalene Group [Norwich], Community Link Worker with Together for Mental Wellbeing [Thames Magistrates Court], HR Advisor with St Giles Trust [Camberwell], Researcher with Unlocked Graduates [London], 4WARD Programme Facilitator with The 4Front Project [Flexible], Engagement Team Member with User Voice [Various], Associate Trainers with AVA (Against Violence & Abuse) [Flexible], Communications and Administrative Officer with Donna Covey [London], Research and Evaluation Lead with Changing Lives [Gateshead]. For more information about these vacancies, and many more, click here 

TIPS OF THE WEEK

  • Tip of the week I: 2-night Wales coast break with breakfast – 48% off. Details
  • Tip of the week II: Lunch and paintballing for 10 - £10. Details
  • Tip of the week III: Frankie & Benny’s two-course a la carte meal for two - £19.99. Details

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