Clinks is the national infrastructure charity dedicated to supporting voluntary organisations working with people in the criminal justice system and their families. We support, promote, and advocate for our members and the wider voluntary sector across England and Wales.
Clinks news: the latest views, debate and discussion
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.
RR3 Special Interest Group on Commissioning 2023-2024: Recommendations Paper
We are pleased to publish a recommendations paper from the RR3 Special Interest Group on Commissioning.
This paper is being published following an interim update published in January 2024, as part of the work of the Reducing Reoffending Third Sector Advisory Group.
RR3 Special Interest Group on Accommodation 2023-24: Report 3
Inspiring Futures research report
Events and training: get involved, improve your skills
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.
Influencing criminal justice policy
Health and justice
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:
- A voice to influence change
- Practical assistance to be effective and resilient
- Support from a community of like-minded professionals.
Subscribe to our ebulletins
Clinks sends out regular ebulletins containing news and opportunities for people working in, or with an interest in, the voluntary sector in the criminal justice system.
Light Lunch
News, funding opportunities, resources, events, and the latest developments in the criminal justice system. Sent every Friday.
Jobs: work in the voluntary sector
Browse hundreds of work and volunteering opportunities at voluntary organisations working with people in the criminal justice system.