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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BlogOctober: Our support for women
"I find being engaged in these types of workshops gives me stress free pressure to move forward, the Employability Support Team and participants are great."
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Campaign, Case studyNanita's Story
"Support from other women in similar circumstances is very important – do not suffer in silence, and say yes to opportunities!"
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BlogSeptember: Our support for women
"You’ve made such a massive impact on my life. It’s not just about finding a job with you guys, you help build women’s confidence too."
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Campaign, Case studyAndrea's Story
"My advice to other women with convictions would be: know where you want to go, have a dream, have a goal, don’t let a label stop you."
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Campaign, Case studyGemanita's Story
"Everything has fallen into place. My advice for other women in my position would be: don’t give up your dreams. You can change your life. I’m living proof."
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Campaign, Case studyNatalia's Story
"Just because you have a criminal record doesn’t make you a bad person. People make mistakes. You can change things. Accept what you did wrong and try to help yourself and let people help you."
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Blog, Policy briefing‘The damage it’s caused is incredible’: women’s chances of gaining employment impacted by racism in the criminal justice system
If you are a Black, Asian or minority ethnic woman and you come into contact with the criminal justice system, you are more likely to be arrested, sent to prison, and to stay there longer than your white peers.
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Policy briefing, Press releaseWorking Chance Statement: Sentencing White Paper
Following the speech from Secretary of State for Justice Robert Buckland this morning, Working Chance makes this statement on the government’s proposed sentencing reforms.