Clinks Light Lunch | Issue 773 | 10 March 2023

Light Lunch

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CLINKS NEWS: Stronger Voice - Communications Coffee Morning

Join us for an informal communications session [14 March, 10:00 – 11:30, online, free] to talk all things organisational messaging. The coffee morning will be led by Liz Kearsley, a communications specialist who works with organisations to improve language, messaging and brand. We will also hear from Helen Rowlands from the Margaret Carey Foundation, who has 20 years’ experience in the charity sector working in a variety of roles, covering volunteer management, income generation and project management for large national charities as well as smaller regional and local charities. Book here.

CLINKS NEWS: North of England criminal justice forum

At this event [14 March, 14:00 – 15:30, online, free] we will be joined by The Reader, who will share information about the impact of Shared Reading in Psychologically Informed Planned Environments (PIPES) in prisons and probation settings. This criminal justice forum has been organised to bring together partners working across the criminal justice system in the North of England. The forum will provide an opportunity for people to hear about current and future developments and discuss policy and practice affecting their day-to-day work. Book here.

CLINKS NEWS: Working and volunteering in prisons training

Join us at this three-hour training session [16 March, 10:00 – 13:00, online, £50] for voluntary sector staff and volunteers in which we aim to raise awareness of the prison environment and provide information on key aspects such as staffing structures and departments, prison procedures and current challenges associated with working in prisons. Are you new to working or volunteering in prisons? Do you have volunteers or staff members who want to increase their understanding of the prison system? Then this training is for you. Book here.

CLINKS NEW MEMBER: X-Ceed Transition

X-Ceed Transition’s key purpose is to benefit the public, their primary field of work being resettlement. Their core aims are to be the bridge for change, where possible, by providing a service which will achieve the prevention or relief of poverty, the advancement of education and the relief of those in need by reason of financial hardship or other disadvantages. They also provide meeting at the gate, accommodation and mentoring services, amongst others. Find out more here.

CLINKS NEW MEMBER: Chocolate & Co

Chocolate & Co offer work and training opportunities for those struggling with addiction or a history of offending, giving some of the most overlooked and marginalised people in our community a fresh start. Find out more here.

CLINKS NEW MEMBER: Artswork

Artswork works to empower children and young people through arts and culture, giving them the opportunity to explore and fulfil their potential in a future that we are all making together. They work in youth justice settings, with local authorities, employeers, schools and arts and cultural sectors. Find out more here.

NATIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE ARTS ALLIANCE NEWS: Inspire festival of arts – event programme announced

The National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance (NCJAA) presents Inspire: Sustainability in the arts and criminal justice sector [21 March, 9:30-17:30, variable pricing - see below, Rich Mix, London], featuring a showcase of the Inspiring Futures project and a gathering of network members at Rich Mix, London.

We are excited to have announced our programme of performances, workshops, panel debates and networking. The afternoon participatory workshops are themed around sustainability from an environmental perspective to one considering workforce wellbeing. The event will bring together our network of sector specialists and stakeholders to share and reflect on the impact and future sustainability of delivering arts in criminal justice settings.

We are offering bursary tickets for anyone booking on a first come first served basis. The full ticket price is £75 and delegates who do not attend the event without prior notice may be required to cover this cost - please see our terms and conditions on our website further details.

Places for this sought after event are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. Register here.

CLINKS MEMBER’S NEWS: distraction packs for people in secure settings

Recoop have developed Food for Thought, their monthly distraction packs which are used not only in prison but also in courts, police custody suites and are reaching prisoners abroad. Purposeful activity is incredibly important in prisons, especially for the older cohort, who may be limited in the choice and availability of age-appropriate activities. Find out more here.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: CFO Evolution industry days

Following the market engagement events held in 2022, CFO Evolution will be holding a number of industry days to provide an update on the various aspects of the CFO Evolution programme and provide potential providers an opportunity to network with other sector providers. The first of these will be on [17 March, 10:00 – 15:00, online]. The CFO Evolution programme will build on the successes of the CFO3 and CFO Activity Hub programmes to create a single delivery programme which will complement existing HMPPS core services and provide resettlement support to individuals in custody and the community. If you are interested please email CFO_Evolution@justice.gov.uk with the following information: Name/Role/Email/ Contact Number.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: virtual visit to Parliament

HMPPS Insights presents: ‘Virtual visit to Parliament - Oral Justice Questions’ [28 March, 11:00 – 13:00, online, free]. Join this online event and activate the connection in your mind between the will of parliament and the tasks they carry out every day. You can witness for yourself Oral Justice Questions in the House where ministers are held to account. You will be expertly guided through all the jargon and procedures by Maureen Easton, from the HM Prison and Probation Service Briefing and Correspondence Team.

Maureen will take you through a fascinating presentation and then patch you directly in to the chamber to see the Ministers and Opposition spokespeople in action as they debate the current and future shape of the criminal justice system in our country. This will be followed by a Q&A session with Maureen where some of the business and processes can be unpacked a little. Find out more and book here.

CLINKS MEMBER’S EVENT: help shape the future of support for people with convictions in Wales

Inside Out Support Wales is hosting an event [19 April, 14:00 – 16:00, Cardiff, free] which calls for your help in shaping the future of self-employment, education and transition support for people with convictions in Wales. ‘Pennod Nesaf - the Next Episode’ is your chance to help input and partner with Inside Out Support Wales to support your work. The event will include the launch of their 2023 Social Impact Report. Find out more and book here.

NON-MEMBER’S EVENTS AND TRAINING: webinar – T2A Young Adults and the Parole System report

Transition to Adulthood (T2A) is hosting a webinar [28 March, 13:30-15:00, London, free] to share key insights from their Young Adults and the Parole System report and recommendations on how to best support young adults through the parole process. This is a great opportunity to hear from a range of experts, including criminal justice practitioners and young adults, and ask the questions that are important to you. Find out more and register here.

PUBLICATION: multiple disadvantage – NECG strategic priorities

The National Experts Citizens Group (NECG) is excited to unveil its new strategic priorities for 2023-2025, which have been co-produced with people who have lived experience of multiple disadvantage and identify key challenges and areas of focus to make this vision for a better system a reality. The report has been published by Revolving Doors who help coordinate and support the NECG.

The NECG is the representative group for people facing multiple disadvantage. Their aim is to ensure that people in facing multiple disadvantage are able to shape the services that affect them through co-production, making them more accessible and effective. Their belief is that in partnership with decision-makers, services and frontline organisations, they can create a better system. Read the report here.

FEATURED VACANCY: Fundraising and Communications Officer

Prisoners’ Advice Service (PAS) are looking to recruit a Fundraising and Communications Officer [£34,641, part time, London]. Working alongside the Head of Fundraising and Communications, you will be responsible for generating much of PAS’ income from a mix of trusts and foundations, wealthy individuals, corporate law firms and fundraising events. You will be responsible for working with project staff to develop tailored and persuasive applications, communicating their work to both cold and warm prospects. To succeed in this role, you should demonstrate excellent written and communication skills. You will be skilled at writing compelling proposals and reports, working to deadlines and possess good Microsoft Excel and Access skills. Find out more and apply by 26 March here. 

FEATURED VACANCY: Head of Communications and Campaigns 

Switchback are looking for a highly creative and collaborative individual to join their team as Head of Communications and Campaigns [£46,575-£51,750 dependant on experience, full time, London], helping them punch even further about their weight. You will bring fantastic communication skills and a strong track record of securing change through integrated comms or campaigns. You will see the value in shifting wider narratives about young people from poor or ethnic minority backgrounds and understand how to influence policy-makers. Above all you will be driven to do this by centring the powerful voices and experiences of the young men Switchback support and working in partnership with others to achieve their aims. Find out more and apply by 27 March here. 

CLINKS MEMBERS’ VACANCIES:

Support Worker with Inspire North [£20,971 FTE, Leeds, part time]; Interim Service Manager - Rescue and Response with Abianda [£33,800 - £5,2000, London, full time]; Volunteer Driver with The Forward Trust [South East, part time]; Criminal Justice Worker with Kaleidoscope [£19,000 - £23,000, Powys, full time]; Substance Misuse Practitioner with Phoenix Futures [£23,000, HMP Highpoint, full time]; Volunteer and Programmes Manager with Fine Cell Work [£30,000 - £35,000, London, full time]; Reader in Residence with The Reader [£21,500 FTE, Portsmouth, part time]; Head of Engagement with Black Equity Organisation [£50,000 - £60,000, Hybrid/London, full time]

For more information about these vacancies, and many more, click here

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