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Miss Macaroon provides award winning training and personal development support to young offenders in the West Midlands. Miss Macaroon has proven results in improving young people's employability, increasing aspirations, confidence and skills. Using mentoring and employability support young offenders have increased access to mainstream training, apprenticeships and jobs in catering.

Morton Hall Visitors' Group has provided emotional support and practical help to people detained indefinitely under Immigration Act powers.

Since 2011, we have nurtured a group of skilled and dedicated volunteers, who have supported hundreds of people living in detention at Morton Hall IRC, now a prison and a residential short term holding facility.

We offer befriending, support and signposting services to people held under Immigration Act powers and to Foreign National Offenders.

The Mother and Child Welfare Organisation (MACWO) is a charity dedicated to providing physical, emotional and educational support to vulnerable inner-city mothers and children as well as young people, as well we do provide the course to support people to get back to work. MACWO has had tremendous success in terms of delivering projects, which contribute to its overall aims and objectives. Of course it is important to note that this success would not have come about without the genuine support of its funders, supporters and partners who have contributed enormously.

MAV was established in 1999 to support victims of gun and gang violence. It does this through a wide range of activities including; education; counselling; advice, information, support; partnership working; campaigning.

Since 2003 we have worked within prisons, enabling prisoners to hear from the victims of crime as part of their rehabilitation, and of the impact of murder on families and friends. We also provide a letter writing service, workshops and support for the prisons therapeutic community. We have delivered the Business Development Educational Training Programme since June 2012. Funded by the Allen Lane Foundation and Greater Manchester Probation the programme has supported over 45 people to date (offenders who are preparing to leave custody, and those who have already left), preparing them for work and to set up their own business.

Mwanzo Project is a Black Led Grassroots Community Interest Company founded in response to the gap in provision for children and young people who are at risk/involved in offending, exploitation and street conflict.

We recognise the racial disproportionality within our Criminal Legal System, the over- criminalisation, institutional and structural racism experienced by Black and racially minoritised young people and are committed to use our expertise and skills to offer bespoke support to those most marginalised by wider society.

Mwanzo Project seeks to create opportunities for young people to engage in support that is accessible to them, provide them with opportunities to build relationships with mentors and role-models who they can relate to and unlock their potential.

At Nacro, we see your future, whatever the past.

That’s why our housing, justice, substance misuse and education services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And it's why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change

As an established charity with almost 50 years of experience, we champion social justice, putting crime prevention and reduction at the core of policy and support services.

Throughout England and Wales we deliver interventions which are consistently high quality, evidence based and outcome focused so that we can maximise our impact in communities.

Our Nacro Education division offers a range of vocational Get Set! courses and apprenticeships. Crafted to support young people to gain the qualifications and skills they need to start their career.

NAPAC (the National Association for People Abused in Childhood) NAPAC is the UK’s leading national charity offering support to adult survivors of all types of childhood abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse and neglect. We also deliver training to professionals who work with adult survivors and sometimes run support groups.

To provide care and support to prisoners, who want to 'go straight'. We befriend them in prison and help them rebuild a life upon release by helping them find accommodation, work and a Church/social environment. We keep in touch, support them for as long as needed. We have volunteers that visit them in prison and support them while they adjust to life in the community. Our aim is that these people never re-offend and our track record is good so far. This organisation has/is supporting 50 clients and hopes to provide support to another 5 released prisoners this year. We have some accommodation to help support clients post hostel.

New Beginnings North CIC is a social enterprise based in the North East. We provide an ambitious and innovative approach to delivering social justice for people with neurodiverse needs within the Criminal Justice System.

New Beginnings North provides 1:1 support, care and guidance for people with neuro-differences who are serving short sentences, and working with probation. Understanding the challenges they face we help and guide them as they navigate the complex barriers on their reintegration journey.

In addition to the 1:1 support we run workshops that help to build neurodivergent adults and young people's:
understanding about their neurodiverse strengths;
confidence in applying for jobs;
skills for life;
communication skills;
skills for learning and
relationships and resilience.

New Dawn New Day transforms the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged women. We specialise in working with women in the criminal justice system and those considered at risk of offending as well as women and young women who have experienced trauma, violence and abuse. The women we work with often have multiple and complex needs.

We offer a range of services including personalised casework support, advice, advocacy, life skills training, counselling and psychotherapy, mental health support, sexual health advice, confidence and self-esteem building activities, creative arts, volunteering and work experience opportunities, parenting support and evidence based domestic abuse programmes such as the Freedom Programme and Recovery Toolkit. For women in the criminal justice system, the above services and activities can be accessed as part of a post-prison resettlement plan as well as a personalised Specified Activity Requirement designed to address the 9 women’s offending pathways.

New Foundations works with men and women of any ethnicity and with any religious interest or none. Our service is probably best suited for clients under 40 years of age.

Our mentoring service lasts 6-9 months. Whilst New Foundations is faith-based, we are not faith focused. Our agenda is helping the client make progress along any or all of the seven pathways to reduce re-offending.
We endeavour to provide holistic support which include:
• Practical Help (ex. securing an ID, navigating Universal Credit, use of a loaner phone, etc.)
• Wise Guidance (ex. managing money. setting goals, finding private accommodation, etc.)
• Emotional Support (listening, encouraging, etc.)

We offer a specialised service in debt management (through CAP) and one-to-one counselling (through CCTS). A high value is working with the client’s Offender Manager to support the Sentence Plan.

New Hope Rehabilitation Supported Accommodation aim to provide in-depth support to individuals who are experiencing addiction issues through showing compassion, empathy and positive regard, offering a range of support programmes based on abstinence putting the person at the forefront of their treatment giving them the opportunity to regain control of their lives. We place a special emphasis on addressing the issues that often underpin addiction such as trauma, shame and guilt. The philosophy of New Hope Rehab is deeply rooted in the desire to making a long term difference in the lives of those that access the service.

New Horizon Youth Centre is a day centre based in Somers Town, Kings Cross working with young vulnerable people from backgrounds of disadvantage and destitution. Our Creating Positive Futures Project works specifically with Youth Offenders and young people Leaving Care from throughout London and the UK. We provide an avenue of change for 2,000 vulnerable young people each year. We make that change positive. We prevent the situation from worsening and provide the opportunity at a crisis point for people to make positive choices and positive changes. Our outreach works includes street outreach, work in prison, resettlement support and preventative work in schools. We provide a flexible response, supporting vulnerable people whose needs are not being adequately met through local or national strategies at any particular time and those who are destitute, with no statutory entitlement at all. We work with young people who are gang affiliated to secure safe accommodation and services.

Our Coaching Company is a one-stop service provider aimed at people coming from a disadvantaged background men and women 16+, we specilise in working with homeless people and offenders. We offer one-on-one and peer mentoring group sessions, focus groups, and workshops. We also have our own Facebook group. We aim to empower personal transformation, compassion, and well-being. Founded by someone who has walked the path, we understand the challenges our clients face. By addressing triggers, vulnerabilities, and opportunities for growth, we empower individuals to create a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. Together, we illuminate the path to self-discovery and help our clients embrace a brighter and more empowered future and live the best version of themselves. We have a counseling team that helps with trauma and more. We are always seeking collaboration and partnership to help cover all 7 areas of rehabilitation and are willing to travel to make a change and build better communities.

New Journey Coaching C.I.C. offers targeted support for stable housing:
Guidance: Our peer coaches provide personalized plans for securing and maintaining suitable accommodation.
Challenges: Practical tools and workshops empower clients to overcome obstacles like rental arrears and access supportive housing.
Integration: We connect clients with local resources for community belonging and seamlessly integrate housing support into our resettlement program.
Peer-Led Workshops: Engaging sessions led by peers offer practical advice and a supportive environment for shared experiences.
Online Community: Our virtual platform facilitates housing-related discussions and peer support.
Accessibility: Government-funded services are provided free of charge, ensuring accessibility for all.
In summary, New Journey Coaching C.I.C.'s Housing Peer Support initiative provides personalized, government-funded assistance, fostering resilience, community, and stability for individuals on their housing journey

No Going Back (NGB) is a programme that provides support to individuals in and out of prison, helping them develop the skills necessary to turn their lives around and prevent them from returning to prison. With over 150 volunteers, many of whom are employers, NGB is able to tap into a wealth of knowledge and expertise to ensure success. Partnerships are also key to everything it does including with the prisons and other organisations in the sector. NGB is also a Cleaning and Support Services Social Enterprise, employing individuals leaving prison and driving commercial success. The dedicated engagement managers are all committed to transforming the lives of those involved in the criminal justice system. Annual Independent evaluation has proved NGB’s success in generating social impact and effecting real change. Through support, guidance, and mentorship, NGB collaborates with employers and partners to provide essential training and secure meaningful employment. The involvement of NGB P

No Limits helps young people to help themselves through the provision of information, advice, counselling, & support services to children & young people (aged under 26) and their families. Through our open access Advice Centre in Southampton, weekly drop-in sessions & education programs in schools & FE Colleges & specialist support in Hampshire, Portsmouth & Southampton including: Community Support, Resettlement of Young Offenders, coming out of YOIs, Substance Misuse services, Safe Havens out of hours crisis support, Therapeutic groups, Employment support, Young carers and advocating young people's rights.
We support more than 7000 young people a year, many of whom are vulnerable, eg young offenders, homeless, mental health issues, care leavers etc.

North Wales Women's Centre is a safe place for the multi-service provision of information, support, advocacy, training and referral on issues relating to work, health and well-being. We also provide confidential crisis support around issues such as homelessness, domestic abuse and difficulties which may result in, or have resulted in, women breaking the law.

We provide information advice and support to voluntary and community groups within the area. We provide a number of projects that meet identified need. Our holistic approach to addressing issues related to disadvantaged people has brought positive change to individuals and the local community. Our work with individuals has been recognised with a Royal visit by HRH Prince Charles and a ministerial visit in relation to the work we have done with unemployed individuals.

Northumbria Coalition Against Crime is a registered charity, set up in March 1990 as a partnership between business, community, voluntary and statutory sectors, with a mission to reduce crime, anti-social and unacceptable behaviour in the North East.

28 years on our objectives remain the same today;

Reduce Crime - Working in partnership to reduce crime and fear of crime
Increase Confidence - Helping to ensure sustainable economic growth
Protect Communities - Developing pro-active programmes to meet need
Encourage Youth - Helping children & young people to grow and develop in the right direction

Our work divides into two distinct, but complementary parts:

Youth & Community Programme
Business Crime Reduction

By taking positive steps towards safeguarding people, premises and property, NCAC encourages communities to work together to protect the places where we live, work and play.