The latest views and discussion from Clinks staff and guest writers. We also use blogs to give short updates on our latest projects, as well as briefings on topics of interest to members.
The value of lived experience and diversity in our trustee board
Joni Emery explains Clinks’ recent process of recruiting new trustees to our board, and our work to ensure that racially minoritised people, people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and people under 30 were represented.
Taking a look at the Probation Service’s Regional Reducing Reoffending Plans
This blog summarises the Regional Reducing Reoffending Plans produced in August 2021 by the 12 Regional Probation Directors. It also looks at how voluntary organisations can play their part in helping to define and strengthen probation strategies at a regional level.
State of the sector 2021 survey: why your response matters
We have launched this year's State of the sector survey. Help us build on last year's evidence and identify changes and challenges for the sector. Your answers will help us to advocate on your behalf and prioritise our work so that we can meet your needs.
What's New
Blogs
Meeting our sector's need for infrastructure support
In this blog we outline Clinks’ focus and the key areas of work the infrastructure support grant will enable us to deliver over the next four years.
Publications
Public Accounts Committee inquiry on prison estate capacity
Clinks provided a response to the Public Accounts Committee inquiry on prison estate capacity.
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Clinks @clinks_tweets · 6 months
The role is for a leader from an organisation focused on racially minoritised people, with expertise in service delivery, policy, advocacy, or related areas in criminal justice. Racial disparities are present at every CJS stage. This role ensures these voices are central in shaping policy to help address and eradicate them. Apply by Mon 18 Nov, 10am. More info: https://www.clinks.org/voluntary-community-sector/vacancies/15566 #CriminalJustice #RR3 #RacialEquity