Clinks events and training
June 2025
Welcome to our latest events update! At Clinks, we are dedicated to supporting voluntary organisations within the criminal justice system through engaging events and training opportunities.
Women’s Network Forum
10:00, 3 June | online | free
Our quarterly women’s networking forums, hosted in partnership with the Agenda Alliance, provide vital support, information, and networking opportunities for those working with women in contact with the criminal justice system. Featuring policy updates, member activity highlights, and guest speakers, these forums also offer a platform for organisations to share key issues impacting women, enabling Clinks to raise these at national government meetings through the Reducing Reoffending Third Sector Advisory Group (RR3). Join us to stay informed and contribute to creating positive change for women. Book your place here
Why gender matters in the criminal justice system – 2 part workshop
10:00, 10 & 11 June | online | from £95
Enhance your frontline staff or volunteers’ understanding of why gender matters in the criminal justice system with our two-part, entry-level workshop. Delivered online over two consecutive days (Part One: 2 hours, Part Two: 3 hours), this knowledge-focused workshop explores women’s gendered experiences in the criminal justice system, covering policy context, prevention and diversion, community supervision, custody, and resettlement. Book your place here
Working with neurodivergent people in contact with the criminal justice system: what the evidence tells us
14:00, 11 June | online | free
Join us for a webinar with the Neurodivergence in Criminal Justice Network (NICJN) as Dr. Tom Smith (UWE Bristol) and Dr. Nicole Renehan (Durham University) discuss key findings from their comprehensive review, Working with Neurodivergent People in Contact with the Criminal Justice System. Covering areas such as: youth justice, police interactions, court navigation, and accessible services. This session is part of our “A Matter of Fact: What the Evidence Tells Us” series, providing practical insights and the chance to engage with leading academics. Book your place here
Navigating the criminal justice system workshop
09:30, 19 June | online | from £75
New to working or volunteering in the criminal justice system? Join our three-hour workshop designed to help voluntary sector staff and volunteers navigate the complexities of the criminal justice system, from arrest to conviction, prisons, probation, and beyond. Covering key topics such as national context, local structures, jargon, and the role of the voluntary sector, this session provides a comprehensive overview and space for discussion. Book your place here
Working and volunteering in prisons training
10:00, 26 June | online | from £95
Are you new to working or volunteering in prisons? Join our three-hour training session designed to help voluntary sector staff and volunteers navigate the complexities of the prison environment, including staffing structures, procedures, and current challenges. This session will explore how to engage meaningfully and professionally within prisons while prioritising safety and responsible working practices. Book your place here
Do you have ideas for events or training that could benefit you or your organisation? We would love to hear from you! Send your suggestions to events@clinks.org.
See all our upcoming events here
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