Clinks Light Lunch | Issue 616 | 10th January 2020

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CLINKS NEWS: new team member

Rebecca Hammond joined the National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance (NCJAA) in October 2019, to lead Inspiring Futures, an ambitious programme of work combining a ground-breaking artistic programme in prisons and the community with embedded participative research from the University of Cambridge’s Institute of Criminology. Rebecca previously worked for the Samaritans, supporting the Listener scheme across the UK and Ireland. She has a wealth of experience volunteering in prisons and working with people in the criminal justice system. Before that she was an employment solicitor, advising and representing individuals, charities and social enterprises. She holds a BA in English & Related Literature from the University of York and an MA in English Literature from King’s College London. Meet the team here

CLINKS BLOG: why the 'why' matters

In this episode of the Crime and Consequence podcast, Judge Alex Calabrese argues for courts to address the underlying issues that have led an individual to commit an offence. He draws on his experience as Presiding Judge of the Red Hook Community Justice Center in Brooklyn, New York, which takes this approach. He emphasises that “anyone who commits an offence is more than that one act, more than a simple charge or docket number or a moment in time. They are a whole person, with a past, present and future.” This episode and fourteen others exploring What should happen to people who commit criminal offences? are available to listen to now. Listen to or read his opinion piece here

NATIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE ARTS ALLIANCE NEWS: introduction to arts in prisons training

This one-day introductory training from NCJAA [23rd January | Milton Keynes | £75 members, £150 non-members] is aimed at those with an arts background, but with little or no previous experience of working in criminal justice settings. Participants will be taken through the process of delivering sustainable creative activities in prisons, from idea formation though to evaluation. The course will also provide an overview of the current criminal justice system and an insight to working inside a prison, looking at the practical considerations. Find out more and book here

CLINKS MEMBER’S NEWS: Jacqui McCluskey

We are sad to hear the news of the passing of Jacqui McCluskey, Director of Policy and Communications at Homeless Link. Jacqui had worked for Homeless Link for the past 10 years, and we were privileged to work alongside her. We thank her for her commitment to changing things for the better for people facing complex needs through her work with the Making Adult Matter Coalition (MEAM). Our sympathies go out to her family, friends and colleagues. We know she will be sadly missed. Read here

CLINKS MEMBER’S NEWS: evaluation partner

Pecan is seeking to recruit an evaluation partner via a tender process, as part of the expansion of its Pantry programme, with thanks to investment funding from Guy’s and St Thomas’ Charity. The aims of the project are to increase access to affordable healthy food, provide advice and support, operate a Credit Union saving scheme and create opportunities for members to be more active in their community. The evaluation needs to cover both: health impacts on families and children of using the pantry; and the financial sustainability of the business model. The deadline for tenders is 24th January. For full details please read the tender document here

CLINKS MEMBER’S NEWS: opportunity for young people

The IARS International Institute is offering the opportunity for young people to have their say on youth radicalisation and get involved in a conference on the same topic [29th January, London, from free]. Young people can participate as a writer via the writing competition, a panelist, presenter or attendee. Entry to the conference is free for young people and concessions are available for teachers, youth workers and other researchers and practitioners. The deadline to enter the writing competition is 16th January. More information can be found here

CLINKS MEMBER’S NEWS: New Year honours

Clinks is delighted that colleagues from across the voluntary sector were recognised in the New Year honours list. These include Polly Neate, Chief Executive of Shelter and Ruth Sutherland, Chief Executive of Samaritans, who were both awarded CBEs. Junior Smart, founder of St Giles Trust’s SOS Project was awarded an OBE, as was Pauline Anderson, the chair of the Traveller Movement. Samson Rattigan, an outreach worker at Friends, Families and Travellers, was awarded an MBE. We also congratulate Gabrielle Lee, Governor at HM Prison and Young Offender Institution Low Newton for her OBE for services to prisoners and their families, and Bob Neill MP, recently chair of the Justice Select Committee, who was awarded a knighthood. See the full list here

CLINKS MEMBER’S NEWS: recognition for charitable work

Kim Hughes from Merseyside will be recognised at the Palace of Westminster with a British Citizen Award in recognition of her extraordinary endeavours. Kim has been a volunteer for Apex Charitable Trust since 1998. She works with and supports people in contact with the criminal justice system, helping them to turn their lives around. Over the 20 years, Kim has supported numerous people, helping them achieve meaningful paid employment and she has secured over £1 million to keep the charity running. At the same time Kim has provided support and encouragement to her entire team of staff. Read more

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: Insights20 programme of events

This is a final call for contributions to Insights20 [11th-22nd May] - a vibrant programme of opportunities for everyone working for and alongside Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). Could you share your experience? Host a visit? Link up with others to create a great joint learning experience? Insights19 gave over 200 free opportunities across the country. Can Insights20 be even better? The final deadline is January 20th. Contact Nicola.Bellamy@justice.gov.uk for info and to make an offer.

FUNDING: deliver Resettlement Hubs

Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) has published a prior information notice to bid for a contract to create Resettlement Hubs - safe and supportive spaces for people in contact with the criminal justice system to reintegrate into society. The Hubs and their respective operating model will enable participants to access tailored support, interact with positive role models, and ultimately be supported into education, employment and training. This opportunity is available to voluntary sector organisations and small and medium-sized enterprises. Clarifications and market engagement interest can be raised via the esourcing portal or by emailing MoJCommercialReset@justice.gov.uk with subject line: CFO3 Resettlement Hubs. Email before 22nd January to reserve a place at one of the Market Engagement events [3rd February, Manchester | 7th February, Birmingham]. Full details are available here

FUNDING​: be safe and feel safe

Julia’s Community Fund is open for applications specifically from local organisations, groups or individuals who need money to help fund a new community safety project or scheme. The fund is only available for new projects led by people based or operating solely or mainly within North Yorkshire and the City of York. Funds from £500 up to £20,000 can be awarded for specific projects that support communities within North Yorkshire to “Be Safe and Feel Safe”. Find out more and apply before 23rd January here

​FUNDING​: criminal justice and penal reform

Grants in the range of £10,000 to £20,000 are available from AB Charitable Trust for charities working to support: migrants, refugees and asylum seekers; criminal justice and penal reform; and human rights, particularly access to justice. Grants are normally awarded only to charities registered and working in the UK. Individuals are not eligible for support. The trust tends to support charities with annual income between £150k and £1.5m that do not have substantial investments or surpluses. Find out more and apply before 26th January here

FUNDING​: transforming the lives of women

The Feminist Review Trust has grants of up to £15,000 available for projects that transform the lives of women. The trust can fund projects that are ‘hard to fund’, pump priming activities, interventionist projects which support feminist values, training and development projects and core funding. Full details of eligibility can be found on the trust’s website. Find out more and apply before 31st January here

​FUNDING​: core costs

The Woodward Charitable Trust has grants available towards the core costs of charities working in one or more of its priority areas, including: arts outreach; children and young people; disability projects; disadvantaged women and their children; disadvantaged families including parenting support; prisoners and ex-offenders; and integration and community cohesion. The Trustees favour small-scale, locally based initiatives and most grants are only for one year. Find out more and apply before 31st January here

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: stop and search

EQUAL is holding the first in its #TimetoTalk event series, which will cover the effects of stop and search on black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities [14th January, Manchester, free]. In Manchester, stop and search has increased by 25% under new section 60 powers. The event will include a lively panel discussion and audience Q&A with Patrick Williams, a senior lecturer specialising in race and the criminal justice system; Roxy Legane, founder of Kids of Colour and Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham. Register here

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: music, poetry and dancing

The Irish Chaplaincy is holding ‘A Celebration of Irish music, poetry and dancing’ [31st January, London, from £10]. Register for tickets here

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: families of veterans in custody

Barnardo’s National Information Centre on Children of Offenders (NICCO) is holding a launch event to share the findings and recommendations of its research: A Needs Assessment of Veterans in Custody, their Families and Children [10th February, Birmingham, free]. With funding from Forces in Mind Trust, Barnardo’s undertook this research to understand the impact of parental imprisonment on the families and children of veteran prisoners, which make up between 3.5 – 6% of the male prison population. The launch will include: a chance to hear the key findings and recommendations directly from researchers; keynote speakers, including veterans and family members who contributed to the research; and the opportunity to network including facilitated round table discussions. To reserve your place, register here

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: youth violence

Restorative Justice for All invites those who work with young people to a workshop on addressing serious youth violence and violent radicalisation [13th February, London, free]. This one-day-workshop is part of its project My Life- My Future, and will help stakeholders in youth organisations to become more informed about radicalisation, positive psychology, and restorative justice. The workshop will cover a range of topics including: restorative justice in theory and practice; radicalisation - why and how; education and the rights of the child; and positive psychology and the Good Lives Model. At the end of the workshop, participants will complete a test on the material covered during the day, and upon completion they will receive Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accreditation. Register here

NON-MEMBERS’ EVENTS AND TRAINING

  • Women’s mental health – in the community and the criminal justice system | 21st January, London, free | Details

FEATURED VACANCY: Strategic Network Manager

Thames Valley Partnership is looking for a Strategic Network Manager [£31,201-31,968, part time, Buckinghamshire]. This new role will report directly to the Partnership CEO and will manage an exciting 3-year project aimed at strengthening the capacity of the voluntary sector in Thames Valley. The new role will identify and develop ways in which voluntary sector organisations can work together to build capacity, strengthen relationships with criminal justice agencies and promote positive change and innovation in service delivery. Thames Valley Partnership is an established registered charity of 25 years, operating a range of support services for those affected by crime, across the three Thames Valley counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, and beyond. Find out more and apply before 29th January here

CLINKS MEMBERS’ VACANCIES

Vacancies on the jobs board this week include: Musician in Residence with The Irene Taylor Trust [HMP Gartree], Criminal Justice Administrator with EDP Drug & Alcohol Services [Devon], Offender Services Team Leader – Custody with Shelter [HMP Preston], Community Fundraiser with Oasis Project [Brighton], Engagement worker with Social Interest Group [London], Operations Team Administrator with Prison Fellowship England & Wales [Westminster], Women's Live Leeds Inclusion and Participation Worker with Basis Yorkshire [Leeds], Therapeutic CSE Practitioner with The Magdalene Group [Norwich & Norfolk], Diversion Scheme Trainer with Druglink [London], Team Manager – Birmingham with Nacro [Birmingham]. For more information about these vacancies, and many more, click here

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