Clinks and our members

Clinks supports, promotes and represents the voluntary sector working with people in the criminal justice system and their families. Find out more...

Clinks blogs: the latest views, debate and discussion

Taking a closer look at the services provided by the voluntary sector

This blog takes a closer look at the services being delivered by the voluntary sector working in criminal justice. It is part of a series looking in detail at each of the four areas of The state of the sector 2019.

Why the 'why' matters

Listen to Judge Alex Calabrese and Amanda Berman's episode of the Crime and Consequence podcast: 'Why the 'why' matters'.

A closer look at who the voluntary sector supports

This blog takes a closer look at the people voluntary organisations working in the criminal justice system support. It is part of a series looking in detail at each of the four areas of The state of the sector 2019.

Moving hearts and minds

‘An insider’s view of prisons and probation in 2019’ was organised by Clinks and hosted by the Lord Mayor of the City of London, William Russell at Mansion House on 9th December 2019.

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Publications: delve into the detail

Research and analysis on issues facing the sector. Guides and briefings to support our members. Responses to government consultations. Case studies of good practice.

Sentencing in England and Wales

The key facts, the impact on the voluntary sector and an update on sentencing policy

Annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31st March 2019

The trustees present their annual report and the audited financial statements.

The state of the sector 2019

Key trends for voluntary sector organisations working in the criminal justice system

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Events and training: get involved, improve your skills

3 February, 10:00 to 3 February, 16:00

London

Clinks training: working and volunteering in prison, London

13 February, 10:00 to 13 February, 15:00

Newcastle

North East criminal justice forum

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Latest on Twitter

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 1 week

Even a minor criminal history can produce lifelong barriers to employment, volunteering, housing and travelling abroad. The #Fairchecks movement is calling for change - so that everybody has the chance to fulfil their potential. Join today: https://fairchecks.org.uk

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FUNDING: Grants from £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. Find our more and apply before 26th Jan here: http://abcharitabletrust.org.uk/funding.htm

Clinks @clinks_tweets · 1 week

"If we do not address the underlying issues that led someone to commit an offence, how can we expect to change their behavior?" Judge Calabrese and Amanda Berman's episode of #Crimeandconsequence draws on their years of experience at @RedHookJustice https://clinks.org/community/blog-posts/why-why-matters

Our work: our latest projects and activities

What Clinks is doing to support, promote and represent the voluntary sector working in the criminal justice system.

Probation services

Voluntary organisations must be properly engaged and treated as an equal partner in the design and delivery of probation services.

Women in the criminal justice system

A cross departmental strategy for women and girls, led by the Ministry of Justice, should ensure that women are diverted away from the criminal justice system at the earliest opportunity.

Working in prisons

Clinks thinks the Ministry of Justice should develop a clear strategy for reducing the number of people in prison.

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Join Clinks: be heard, informed, and supported

Are you a voluntary organisation supporting people in the criminal justice system? Join our network of over 500 members. Clinks membership offers you: