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#Women shouldn’t have to choose between escaping #DomesticAbuse and keeping their #job. Paid leave and a supportive workplace can make all the difference in getting out of a dangerous situation. independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-n…

“Less than 1% of the general population has been in care, but about a quarter of people in prison. 1% of the general population have been excluded from school, 42% of all prisoners” @PrisonRadioUK open.spotify.com/episode/6oCg8P…

We're backing proposals to introduce paid 'safe leave' for victim-survivors of domestic abuse. This would allow victim-survivors to access the support they need without risking their employment or further damaging their economic situation.

Our #JusticeSystem is costly & getting more expensive. Prison expansion plans could cost up to £10.1bn. The Sentencing Review & Women’s Justice Board are a chance to reduce the number of women in #prison, ease pressure on the system & drive real reform. ow.ly/JbL050UkTuR

'The sad reality is we can't build our way of this problem' Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood spoke to #BBCBreakfast about plans to create 14,000 more prison places in England & Wales and changes to planning rules bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Prison is not a place of safety for unwell women. It’s unsafe, inappropriate, and fails those in real mental health crisis. tortoisemedia.com/2024/12/03/men… #Women #Prisons #MentalHealth

Domestic abuse is a common thread in the lives of many #women in the #JusticeSystem and #prison adds to their trauma. Strengthening community networks and diverting #women to services like women’s centres could help reform our #JusticeSystem to better support women. #16Days

22 hours to go on our first ever @BigGive campaign ⏰ Help us towards our £5,000 target. All donations DOUBLED 💸 donate.biggive.org/campaign/a0569…

Prison population predicted to reach 100,000 by 2029 Yesterday's official data projects that the prison population will increase to between 95,700 and 105,200 by March 2029, with a central estimate of 100,800. russellwebster.com/prison-populat…

As part of our partnership with @LBGplc, we continue to work with their Customer Vulnerability Team to address key financial issues faced by the clients supported by our #SmallButVital charity partners and experiencing #DomesticAbuse #16daysOfActivism lloydsbankfoundation.org.uk/our-impact/new…

Prison plans could cost 'extra £4bn and be short of 12,400 cell spaces by 2027' ⬇️ independent.co.uk/news/uk/govern…

60% of #women in #prison report experiencing domestic abuse. For #16DaysOffActivism, we’re spotlighting how gender-based violence, trauma & mental health challenges often drive women’s offending. Let’s address the root causes & provide the support women need to break the cycle.

Women lose out on job offers or are dismissed. Many tell us about feelings of frustration and powerlessness, forced to relive past mistakes. This must change. We should not allow a person’s ability or ambition to be overshadowed by their past (3/3) bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Now, over a decade later, her conviction is spent and next year will become protected and filtered from her record. Resonating deeply with Haigh’s situation, many women Working Chance support face judgement and prejudice because of their convictions. (2/3)

Louise Haigh’s recent resignation as Transport Secretary has sparked debate about the realities of life for people with convictions. In 2014, Haigh received a conditional discharge order - the lowest sanction the courts can impose - for fraud by misrepresentation. (1/3)

Tomorrow marks the beginning of 16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence ✊ How do we use radio and creativity to support female domestic abuse survivors in prison, alongside @WIP_live? #16daysofactivism #genderbasedviolence #domesticabuse

In her blog, Molly shares why it's crucial to value and consult women with lived experience of the #JusticeSystem. We're incredibly proud to have Molly on our Advisory Panel. ✨ wearenwjc.org.uk/blog/wjblivede…

Employability Coach: Last chance to apply! 🚨 If you're passionate about helping women find meaningful work, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. workingchance.org/latest/employa…

We're looking for a Development Coordinator (maternity cover) to support Clean Break's fundraising. This is an exciting opportunity to gain development experience and be part of our groundbreaking work. Find out more and apply: ow.ly/jPU150Ua7UQ