Clinks Light Lunch | Issue 591 | 5th July 2019

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In this week's edition...

CLINKS NEWS: two new members of the RR3

Two senior voluntary sector leaders have been openly recruited to the Reducing Reoffending Third Sector Advisory Group (RR3). Lisa Dando, Chief Executive of Brighton Women’s Centre, has been appointed for her expertise in delivering services to women in contact with the criminal justice system (CJS). Khatuna Tsintsadze, Prison Programme Director at the Zahid Mubarek Trust, has been appointed for her expertise of providing specialist support to black, Asian and minority ethnic people in contact with the CJS. The RR3 is a group of senior experts from the voluntary sector which meets quarterly to advise the Ministry of Justice and HM Prison and Probation Service, to help build a stronger and more effective partnership between the voluntary sector and the government. Clinks provides the Chair and secretariat. Find out more about the RR3 here

NATIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE ARTS ALLIANCE NEWS: strategy for arts

The National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance (NCJAA) is pleased that Arts Council England (ACE) sees the criminal justice system as a key partner in achieving its ambitious goals, following recommendations made in previous rounds of ACE's strategy consultation. ACE's final draft of its 10-year strategy document sets out its vision and the outcomes it wants to see alongside new guiding principles for investment in arts and culture. The NCJAA hopes to work with ACE further to explore how these partnerships can be built on effectively to achieve maximum impact. The final stage of the consultation is now open and closes on 23rd September 2019. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: repeat victimisation

Revolving Doors Agency has published a peer research study on repeat victimisation among people who moved from the streets into supported accommodation in London. It finds that these people continue to be targeted because of their experiences with mental ill-health, substance abuse or simply appearing ‘vulnerable’ or ‘homeless’. Many felt ashamed, distressed and isolated in the aftermath of the crime. Many simply did not report crimes committed against them or seek support as victims because they feared they would be labelled and dismissed by the criminal justice agencies, including services for victims. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: pre-court diversion

Centre for Justice Innovation has published a briefing to summarise the evidence to date on the impact of pre-court diversion for adults and to draw out some promising practice principles for those working in pre-court diversion schemes. Pre-court diversion seeks to offer a swift and meaningful response to low-level offending. Download the briefing here

CLINKS MEMBER'S NEWS: facts and figures on criminal justice

Prison Reform Trust has published Prison: the facts - Bromley Briefings Summer 2019 which reveals that England and Wales send more people to prison each year than anywhere else in Western Europe. The report includes the latest facts and figures which chart the rise in prison numbers over the last twenty years, inflation in sentencing and the social and economic consequences of overuse of custody. They reveal the state of our overcrowded prisons and the state of people in them, the impact of deep budget cuts, the pace and scale of change in the justice system and the scope for community solutions to crime. Find out more here

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: charity to run secure school

Oasis Charitable Trust, which runs 52 Academies with 30,000 students across England, has been announced as the operator of the country’s first Secure School. This is scheduled to open in late 2020 on the site of Medway Secure Training Centre in Kent. A £5m investment will include refurbishment of classrooms and residential areas to provide the best possible environment for Oasis to deliver services like their existing mentoring and work with young people at risk of violence and abuse. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBER'S EVENT: music in prisons

Participants from the Irene Taylor Trust’s Music in Prisons programme at HMP Risley will perform at a one-off concert at the prison [26th July, Cheshire, free]. The concert will showcase new music created during the programme, which aims to support a group of prisoners – who may not often get the chance to engage in the arts – to form a band, generate their own original and innovative music and enable them to make positive changes in their lives. Security checks are required and registration by Monday 15th July is essential. To register email projects@irenetaylortrust.com

CLINKS MEMBER'S EVENT: bringing together young people

IARS International Institute is holding its International Conference [16th-17th July, London, from free]. The event, entitled 'European youth leading the way for employment & education' will bring together young people, decision-makers and scholars to debate solutions, identify best practices and create much-needed networking opportunities. It will focus on projects aimed at alternative pathways for self-sustainability (day 1) and youth entrepreneurship (day 2). Young people attending or being involved in the conference will receive a YouthPass Certificate. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBER'S EVENT: women who sexually abuse

The Lucy Faithfull Foundation's training course ‘Introduction to women who sexually abuse’ [25th September, Epsom, £150+VAT] will provide participants with an introductory understanding around women who sexually abuse children. The workshop will explore the prevalence of sexual offending by women and the ideological issues and professional perspectives of the women who sexually offend. By the end of the course, participants will have understood the typologies of women who sexually offend, considered approaches of engaging with woman and explored the issue of risk and risk assessment Find out more here

FUNDING: criminal justice and penal reform

The A B Charitable Trust supports charities that defend human rights and promote respect for vulnerable individuals whatever their circumstances. It is particularly interested in charities that work with marginalised and excluded people in society, with a focus on: migrants, refugees and asylum seekers; criminal justice and penal reform; human rights, particularly access to justice. Most grants awarded are in the range of £10,000 to £20,000. The application deadline is 28th July. Find out more here

FUNDING: disadvantaged children and young people

The Ironmongers’ Company supports projects that provide opportunities for disadvantaged children and young people under 25 to fulfil their potential. Projects should consist of educational activities that develop learning, motivation and skills. The Company is particularly interested in enabling primary age children to develop a strong foundation for the future. Grants range from a few hundred pounds up to around £10,000; the average grant awarded is £4,000. The application deadline is 31st July. Find out more here

FUNDING: grants for charities

The Leathersellers' Company's main grants programme awards multi-year grants to charities for a period of up to four years and large single year grants of £5,000 or more. Funding is for special projects, capital grants and core costs such as salaries, rent and utilities. Charities working for the benefit of people in Greater London are prioritised, although they welcome applications from all parts of the UK. This is a rolling programme. Find out more here

CLINKS MEMBERS' VACANCIES

Vacancies on the jobs board this week include: Domestic Abuse Services Manager with The Hampton Trust [Hampshire], Senior Administrator with Humankind [Leeds], Regional Contract Manager with St. Giles Trust [Suffolk & Norfolk], Drug and Alcohol Practitioner (programmes) with The Forward Trust [Kent], Hub Co-ordinator with Changing Lives [North East], Senior Case Manager with Catch 22 [HMP/YOI Portland], Project Manager with Wandsworth Community Chaplaincy [London], Programme Manager with Key 4 Life [South West], Trustee with 2 Make It [London], Ex-Prisoner Exhibition Hosts with Koestler Arts [London]. For more information about these vacancies, and many more, click here 

TIPS OF THE WEEK

  • Tip of the week I: Gin tasting experience for two with food at BrewDog (up to 31% off). Details
  • Tip of the week II: Bath escape, breakfast and historical roman baths. Details
  • Tip of the week III: 1 hour water park session at Aqua Bounce UK, Essex. Details

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