Clinks Annual Conference 2027 - Justice in Partnership
Clinks Annual Conference 2027 - Justice in Partnership
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You’re invited to Clinks’ Conference 2027; join us and other voluntary organisations working in the criminal justice system across England and Wales at the University of Birmingham for our flagship annual event.
‘Justice in Partnership’ is focused on what can be possible when we work together.
We're excited to announce that Catherine McKinnell MP, Minister for Prisons, Probation and Reducing Reoffending, will be joining us as our keynote speaker.
We’ll be hosting panel discussions exploring how to overcome barriers, providing opportunities to connect with others, delivering practical partnership focused workshops and spotlighting examples of incredible approaches developing across the sector.
Throughout the day you can expect to:
- Hear perspectives from sector leaders and key policy makers
- Receive practical learning from partnership themed workshops
- Feel invigorated by an energising arts performance
- See lived experience weaved throughout the day
- Have opportunities to collaborate and build relationships with other organisations
- Leave feeling inspired and positive about the future of the sector when we all work together
Keep an eye out for further agenda updates and speaker announcements coming soon!
Conference Tickets and Pricing
We offer a range of ticket options to help make our conference accessible to as many people as possible.
Standard tickets - £140 - Available from 18th November 2027
Standard tickets are available to Individual Associate Members, Organisation Associate Members and non-members of Clinks.
Clinks Voluntary Sector Member Organisations
Discounted tickets are available to Clinks Voluntary Sector Member Organisations, based on their annual income:
- Annual income under £500,000: £70 per ticket
- Annual income of £500,000 or more: £85 per ticket
Eligible organisations have been sent an access code to purchase their tickets. If you have not received the access code email, please contact events@clinks.org
Student tickets - 20% discount
Students can receive 20% off the standard ticket price, reducing the cost to £112.
To claim the discount, select a Standard ticket and enter the relevant student discount code at checkout. You must use your student email address when booking.
University of Birmingham Alumni - Free Keynote Access
University of Birmingham alumni can attend the keynote speaker session free of charge.
Please note that these tickets provide access to the keynote session only and do not include entry to other conference sessions or activities.
You must use your university or student email address when booking.
Bursary places
We aim to keep our conference as accessible as possible, particularly for Clinks members from small and specialist voluntary sector organisations.
If the cost of attending is a barrier and your organisation has an annual income of under £100,000, you can apply for one of our limited bursary places.
To enquire, please email events@clinks.org. Bursary places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served bases
Ticket Sales
Tickets will be on sale until 28th January 2027. Upon purchasing your ticket, you will receive an e-ticket confirmation email containing important information about the venue, accessibility, registration processes etc. Please note that an e-ticket is required for entry, and anyone arriving at the venue without prior registration will not be admitted.
Ticket Limits
To ensure as many organisations as possible have the opportunity to attend, we have limited the number of tickets to 2 per organisation. Please manage this within your organisation. You will only be able to purchase 1 ticket per transaction.
We are operating a waiting list in case spaces become available. If your organisation has reached its ticket capacity, please join the waiting list at the ticket checkout or email us at events@clinks.org and we will add you to the waiting list. If more than 2 tickets are purchased by your organisation, the additional tickets will be cancelled.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to the venue?
You can find all of the information about how to get to the venue on the University of Birmingham website. There is a paid for car park available, however space here will be limited. If you’re arriving by train you can catch a quick 10 minute train to the campus from Birmingham New Street and then the venue is a 5 minute walk away. We will have stewards and signs to help you reach the venue, but if you’re in doubt, just head towards the Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower, also known as ‘Old Joe’. It is the tallest clock tower in the UK, so you can see it all around the campus which is a great help for finding the venue.
Is the venue accessible?
Yes. There are wheelchair access points, wide lifts, availability of hearing loops, accessible toilets and more. There will be access to a prayer room and quiet room should you need it. We are also able to cater for dietary requirements.
We ask that when you complete your registration form to please let us know about any access or dietary requirements you may have so we can take every step possible to ensure you will be able to fully participate in the conference on the day.
Can I come even if I don't have a ticket?
Unfortunately not. An e-ticket is required for entry, and anyone arriving at the venue without prior registration will not be admitted. Please see our Terms and Conditions below for more information.
I can no longer attend, can I get a refund?
You may be eligible to receive a full or partial refund for your ticket if you are no longer able to attend. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions below to find out more.
I can no longer attend, can someone come in my place?
If you can no longer attend but would like to nominate a substitute delegate from your organisation please email events@clinks.org as soon as possible so we can update our records.
Terms and conditions
By participating in our events, you agree to abide by the following terms and conditions. Please carefully review these terms before registering for an event.
Ticketed event
This is a ticketed event and requires registration prior to attending. You can book your ticket by clicking the Buy Tickets button. Once confirmed, you will receive a confirmation email containing your e-ticket for the event. It is imperative to have this e-ticket accessible when you arrive at the venue, you can display it either on your mobile device or as a printed copy. If you have any difficulties booking a ticket, please email events@clinks.org and we can assist you. It's important to note that attendees without an e-ticket will not be admitted.
Payment (if applicable)
Where applicable, payment can be made securely through Stripe on the event booking system. To make a payment, click on the ‘Buy Now button and follow the subsequent instructions. Once you click ‘Make Payment,’ you will be directed to a secure payment page. This page provides the option to pay by card or invoice. If payment cannot be made by card, please fill in the appropriate information on the event registration form. When you select ‘Next’ choose ‘Request Invoice’. An invoice will be sent to your provided email address. It is important to note that Clinks reserves the right to refuse admission if a delegate fails to pay the required fees prior to the event’s start.
Cancellations policy
For paid-for events, cancellations must be made in writing to events@clinks.org. Please include your organisation name and delegate contact details.
If you cancel your booking:
- 1 month or more before the event, no charges will be incurred. If payment has been made, a refund will be arranged.
- Less than 1 month, but more than five working days before the event, Clinks will retain 50% of the fee and a refund can be arranged for the remainder.
- Within five working days of the event, Clinks will retain 100% of the fee and no refund will be applicable.
- If you do not attend the event Clinks will retain 100% of the fee unless a legitimate reason for not attending can be provided. Such decisions are at the discretion of Clinks.
- For free events, Clinks may advertise a ‘no show’ charge which will be applicable to delegates who have not submitted written notice of their absence prior to the event.
- If you wish to send a substitute delegate, please let us know by emailing events@clinks.org. There is no administrative charge for doing this. However, if the event pricing is dependent upon membership status or organisation type, the fee may change, and an additional cost may be incurred.
- Clinks reserves the right to cancel, postpone or otherwise alter the content or date of an event without notice. In such circumstances, Clinks may, at its own discretion, return any payment received without penalty of a cancellation charge.
Privacy and security
Events conducted online will take place using various online platforms, such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams, to enable remote participation. Security and privacy are paramount. We have integrated the latest security features according to recommended platform guidelines. These measures include password protection and waiting rooms to control access. Attendees must adhere to established housekeeping rules. Disruptive or unwanted behaviour will result in immediate removal from the online event.
COVID-19 (Applicable to in-person events)
The symptoms of COVID-19 and other respiratory infections are very similar. It is not possible to tell if you have COVID-19, flu or another respiratory infection based on symptoms alone. Most people with COVID-19 and other respiratory infections will have a relatively mild illness, especially if they have been vaccinated. If you have symptoms of a respiratory infection, such as COVID-19, and you have a high temperature or you do not feel well enough to attend, refrain from attending an in-person event. Please email us at events@clinks.org to nominate a substitute delegate from your organisation or inform us of non-attendance.
Data protection
Clinks is committed to safeguarding your personal data. Refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information on data usage for event administration. Please also refer to Ticket Tailor's privacy policy as we will be using this as our events management platform.
Code of conduct
Clinks is a values driven organisation and expect our members to agree to and uphold those values at all Clinks events. Our membership code of conduct outlines our expectations regarding the behaviour of our members and their staff towards Clinks and other member organisations. If behaviour or disruption during an event is considered to be a breach of the Clinks code of conduct, these concerns will be addressed by the sector support, members and networks manager and this may result in removal from future Clinks events or membership overall.
Amendments and updates
These terms and conditions are subject to change based on even circumstances and guidance from relevant authorities. Updates will be communicated to registered attendees through official communication channels. By participating in our events, you acknowledge and accept these terms and conditions. Your cooperation ensures a safe, respectful, and productive event experience for all attendees.