We're experts on women in the criminal justice system, and the recruitment and employment of people with convictions. Media enquiries to media@workingchance.org or 07860 940455
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Blog, Case studyLauren’s story: A path to a brighter future
Meet Lauren and learn how trauma and mental health challenges can play a role in women’s offending, and the barriers many face when trying to rebuild their lives.
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Blog, Case studyTransforming lives: inspire change this International Women's Day
Meet Rayhana. She arrived in the UK as a political refugee and then lost her job during lockdown. Her journey from that point led her into the criminal justice system and then down the long path of rebuilding her life and her confidence.
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Blog, Case studyA shared interest: restarting lives through employment at Social Interest Group
“It just goes to show that people who have been marginalised or feel like they don’t have any worth have so much to contribute if you give them the opportunity.”
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Blog, Case studyA recipe for change: KERB & Working Chance
“Everyone deserves a chance in life, and no one is perfect. We all make mistakes and should be given the opportunity to make amends.”
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Blog, Case studyChanging my journey: Laura's story
Laura took her future into her own hands and changed the course of her life by building a career in the criminal justice sector.
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Blog, Case studyThe world is my oyster: Jules' story
“Working Chance was one of the best things that’s ever happened to me, in my lifetime. I think sometimes you look back and think: wow, maybe the conviction was a blessing in disguise.”
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Blog, Case studyOpen door to employment at Revolving Doors
“Whenever we have had the sort of opportunities that we would go to an agency to fill, where we’re looking for certain skills, we come to Working Chance.”
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Blog, Case studyDainya's story
“That’s thing about Working Chance”, says Dainya, “I know that there’s always someone there I can call on.”