It's been a long day today, lurching from one piece of project work to another - the life of the social entrepreneur is never dull - particularly when working in criminal justice. I say this often, that working in this field, requires a special kind of resilience, even more so if you are treading the boards of lived experience, in a professional setting, where two worlds collide, it is both your superpower, and your kryptonite - at least, it is for me. It's a fine line of bei

The publication of the Women’s Justice Board recommendations marks an important moment in the conversation about women and the criminal justice system in England and Wales. At Coming Home, we welcome the seriousness with which the issue of women’s imprisonment is now being approached at a national level. We also want to acknowledge the people behind the work. The Board brings together an impressive group of advocates, researchers and sector leaders whose work has shaped the d

The death of a friend at 43, someone who served time alongside me, is a stark reminder of a harsh reality - women who have been incarcerated face a significantly higher risk of premature death after release. This loss is too soon, and it calls for urgent attention. Today, I want to share insights into this issue, honour her memory, and announce the official naming of our Coming Home bursary fund named in her honour to support women coming home from prison. The reality of prem