Policy and research
We bring together lived experience, research, and expertise to change the systems that disadvantage the women we work with.
Our policy focus
We work with policymakers, politicians and employers to share our knowledge about what helps women with convictions to secure employment, and to dismantle the systems and barriers that hold them back. Informed by lived experience and over 11 years supporting women into employment, we work to help bring about the changes that will transform the employment landscape for women with convictions.
For research requests and collaborations, please get in touch!
Driven by lived experience
Our policy work is developed in consultation with our clients, and is informed by their views and experiences. Our policy strategy is structured around a woman’s typical journey through and out of the criminal justice system.
We want to see:
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Women serving custodial sentences being provided with employability training, skills and guidance, and opportunities for employment.
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The barriers to women with convictions securing meaningful employment dismantled.
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More women diverted from the criminal justice system into women-specific services in the community.
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Policy briefingDomestic abuse survivors who offend need a legal defence - here's why
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Policy briefingCorston Report: What's changed since it was commissioned 15 years ago?
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Policy briefingOpen letter from women’s centres and women’s specialist providers about plans to build new women’s prison places
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Policy briefingStatement: Creating 500 new prison places for women goes against government’s own strategy
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Policy briefingStatement: With unemployment rising, the need to support women with convictions is greater than ever