Criminal Justice Alliance
@cjalliance.bsky.social
We are a network of 200+ organisations and academics working towards a fair and effective criminal justice system.
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Exciting news alert!
We’re thrilled to welcome Nicola Dawn as our incoming Director, joining us in January. Nicola’s leadership heralds a new chapter for the CJA, one of renewed energy, collaboration, and ambition.
Read more on our website: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/crimina...
We’re thrilled to welcome Nicola Dawn as our incoming Director, joining us in January. Nicola’s leadership heralds a new chapter for the CJA, one of renewed energy, collaboration, and ambition.
Read more on our website: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/crimina...
Criminal Justice Alliance appoints Nicola Dawn as new Director | Criminal Justice Alliance
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
November 6, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Exciting news alert!
We’re thrilled to welcome Nicola Dawn as our incoming Director, joining us in January. Nicola’s leadership heralds a new chapter for the CJA, one of renewed energy, collaboration, and ambition.
Read more on our website: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/crimina...
We’re thrilled to welcome Nicola Dawn as our incoming Director, joining us in January. Nicola’s leadership heralds a new chapter for the CJA, one of renewed energy, collaboration, and ambition.
Read more on our website: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/crimina...
What shapes public opinion on crime, and can it be changed?
In this blog, Dr Tom McNeil explores what research tells us about how people form views on crime and justice, and how we can shift punitive instincts towards more progressive approaches.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/public-...
In this blog, Dr Tom McNeil explores what research tells us about how people form views on crime and justice, and how we can shift punitive instincts towards more progressive approaches.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/public-...
What shapes public opinion on crime? | Criminal Justice Alliance
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
October 30, 2025 at 3:37 PM
What shapes public opinion on crime, and can it be changed?
In this blog, Dr Tom McNeil explores what research tells us about how people form views on crime and justice, and how we can shift punitive instincts towards more progressive approaches.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/public-...
In this blog, Dr Tom McNeil explores what research tells us about how people form views on crime and justice, and how we can shift punitive instincts towards more progressive approaches.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/public-...
Big news! 🎉 The CJA Awards 2025 shortlists are here. Our judges were all so impressed by the amazing work happening across the sector. Visit our website to find out which outstanding people and organisations have been shortlisted this year 👇 www.criminaljusticealliance.org/cja-awards/c...
The CJA Awards 2025 | Criminal Justice Alliance
The CJA Awards 2025
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October 17, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Big news! 🎉 The CJA Awards 2025 shortlists are here. Our judges were all so impressed by the amazing work happening across the sector. Visit our website to find out which outstanding people and organisations have been shortlisted this year 👇 www.criminaljusticealliance.org/cja-awards/c...
🚨There's just a few days left to sign up for @zahidmubarektrust.bsky.social's conference: Race in prisons: learning from the past, shaping the future. Don't miss out - sign up by this Sunday, 12th October!
Don't miss @zahidmubarektrust.bsky.social's conference: 'Race in prisons: learning from the past, shaping the future'.
Expect to address and challenge racial disparities in the prison system, and create a shared manifesto for change.
🗓 28th October
📍 London
thezmt.org/race-in-pris...
Expect to address and challenge racial disparities in the prison system, and create a shared manifesto for change.
🗓 28th October
📍 London
thezmt.org/race-in-pris...
Race in Prisons: learning from the past, shaping the future
Race in Prisons Learning from the past, shaping the future About Tuesday, October 28 · 9am – 5pm GMT | Central London Exploring the trajectory of race equality work in prisons since Zahid’s murder, in...
thezmt.org
October 9, 2025 at 2:55 PM
🚨There's just a few days left to sign up for @zahidmubarektrust.bsky.social's conference: Race in prisons: learning from the past, shaping the future. Don't miss out - sign up by this Sunday, 12th October!
🎬 Watch What Do You Think?, a powerful film created by @revdoors.bsky.social & @icpr.bsky.social as part of our partnership with @mediatrust.bsky.social
The film highlights the role of co-produced research in creating a fairer justice system.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/resources/me...
The film highlights the role of co-produced research in creating a fairer justice system.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/resources/me...
Criminal Justice Alliance and Media Trust Films | Criminal Justice Alliance
Criminal Justice Alliance and Media Trust Films
https://www.criminaljusticealliance.org/resources/media-trust-films/"
October 8, 2025 at 8:45 AM
🎬 Watch What Do You Think?, a powerful film created by @revdoors.bsky.social & @icpr.bsky.social as part of our partnership with @mediatrust.bsky.social
The film highlights the role of co-produced research in creating a fairer justice system.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/resources/me...
The film highlights the role of co-produced research in creating a fairer justice system.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/resources/me...
📣 Unlock the vote - Over 80,000 people in prison across England and Wales are currently denied the right to vote.
We're proud to support @unlockcharity.bsky.social's important new campaign to change this.
Learn more: unlock.org.uk/unlock-the-v...
We're proud to support @unlockcharity.bsky.social's important new campaign to change this.
Learn more: unlock.org.uk/unlock-the-v...
Unlock the Vote: Extending the vote to prisoners - Unlock
Unlock's vote to ensure prisoners have the vote seeks to strengthen democracy
unlock.org.uk
October 2, 2025 at 3:48 PM
📣 Unlock the vote - Over 80,000 people in prison across England and Wales are currently denied the right to vote.
We're proud to support @unlockcharity.bsky.social's important new campaign to change this.
Learn more: unlock.org.uk/unlock-the-v...
We're proud to support @unlockcharity.bsky.social's important new campaign to change this.
Learn more: unlock.org.uk/unlock-the-v...
📣 Read CJA Trustee Dr Thomas McNeil's latest working paper, written for @crimeandjustice.bsky.social
The paper reflects on the key challenges to organisational change and cultural reform in policing, analysing community rehabilitation initiatives.
www.crimeandjustice.org.uk/diversion-we...
The paper reflects on the key challenges to organisational change and cultural reform in policing, analysing community rehabilitation initiatives.
www.crimeandjustice.org.uk/diversion-we...
Diversion in the West Midlands: A critical case study | Centre for Crime and Justice Studies
www.crimeandjustice.org.uk
September 24, 2025 at 3:29 PM
📣 Read CJA Trustee Dr Thomas McNeil's latest working paper, written for @crimeandjustice.bsky.social
The paper reflects on the key challenges to organisational change and cultural reform in policing, analysing community rehabilitation initiatives.
www.crimeandjustice.org.uk/diversion-we...
The paper reflects on the key challenges to organisational change and cultural reform in policing, analysing community rehabilitation initiatives.
www.crimeandjustice.org.uk/diversion-we...
👏 The CJA is proud to support the Right to be Heard Campaign.
@whymeuk.bsky.social are partnering with the Common Ground Justice Project to campaign for a legal right for victims to explore Restorative Justice.
📝 Find out more & sign the petition: www.commongroundjustice.uk/righttobeheard
@whymeuk.bsky.social are partnering with the Common Ground Justice Project to campaign for a legal right for victims to explore Restorative Justice.
📝 Find out more & sign the petition: www.commongroundjustice.uk/righttobeheard
September 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
👏 The CJA is proud to support the Right to be Heard Campaign.
@whymeuk.bsky.social are partnering with the Common Ground Justice Project to campaign for a legal right for victims to explore Restorative Justice.
📝 Find out more & sign the petition: www.commongroundjustice.uk/righttobeheard
@whymeuk.bsky.social are partnering with the Common Ground Justice Project to campaign for a legal right for victims to explore Restorative Justice.
📝 Find out more & sign the petition: www.commongroundjustice.uk/righttobeheard
Today, the Women’s Justice Reimagined partnership launched a vital briefing setting out our advice to the Women’s Justice Board on the urgent steps needed to address racial disproportionality in the CJS for women.
Read and share the briefing: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/buildin...
Read and share the briefing: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/buildin...
September 11, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Today, the Women’s Justice Reimagined partnership launched a vital briefing setting out our advice to the Women’s Justice Board on the urgent steps needed to address racial disproportionality in the CJS for women.
Read and share the briefing: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/buildin...
Read and share the briefing: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/buildin...
Don't miss @zahidmubarektrust.bsky.social's conference: 'Race in prisons: learning from the past, shaping the future'.
Expect to address and challenge racial disparities in the prison system, and create a shared manifesto for change.
🗓 28th October
📍 London
thezmt.org/race-in-pris...
Expect to address and challenge racial disparities in the prison system, and create a shared manifesto for change.
🗓 28th October
📍 London
thezmt.org/race-in-pris...
Race in Prisons: learning from the past, shaping the future
Race in Prisons Learning from the past, shaping the future About Tuesday, October 28 · 9am – 5pm GMT | Central London Exploring the trajectory of race equality work in prisons since Zahid’s murder, in...
thezmt.org
September 10, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Don't miss @zahidmubarektrust.bsky.social's conference: 'Race in prisons: learning from the past, shaping the future'.
Expect to address and challenge racial disparities in the prison system, and create a shared manifesto for change.
🗓 28th October
📍 London
thezmt.org/race-in-pris...
Expect to address and challenge racial disparities in the prison system, and create a shared manifesto for change.
🗓 28th October
📍 London
thezmt.org/race-in-pris...
⏰ Last chance to apply to be our next Director
There’s just a few days left to apply to lead the CJA! Don't miss this opportunity to help us build a fairer, more effective criminal justice system.
Apply by Monday, 15 September, 9am.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
There’s just a few days left to apply to lead the CJA! Don't miss this opportunity to help us build a fairer, more effective criminal justice system.
Apply by Monday, 15 September, 9am.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
Work with Us | Criminal Justice Alliance
The CJA is a small but growing team. Find out the latest opportunities to work for the Criminal Justice Alliance.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
September 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
⏰ Last chance to apply to be our next Director
There’s just a few days left to apply to lead the CJA! Don't miss this opportunity to help us build a fairer, more effective criminal justice system.
Apply by Monday, 15 September, 9am.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
There’s just a few days left to apply to lead the CJA! Don't miss this opportunity to help us build a fairer, more effective criminal justice system.
Apply by Monday, 15 September, 9am.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We welcome the ambition of the new #SentencingBill, but reform needs proper investment in prisons, probation and community services.
Read our full response here: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/cja-res...
Read our full response here: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/cja-res...
The CJA's response to the Sentencing Bill | Criminal Justice Alliance
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
September 3, 2025 at 4:33 PM
We welcome the ambition of the new #SentencingBill, but reform needs proper investment in prisons, probation and community services.
Read our full response here: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/cja-res...
Read our full response here: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/cja-res...
🚨 We're hiring: Director
We're seeking a passionate Director to lead our organisation in driving systemic change, at a pivotal time for justice reform.
Deadline: 15 September
Find out more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a passionate Director to lead our organisation in driving systemic change, at a pivotal time for justice reform.
Deadline: 15 September
Find out more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
Work with Us | Criminal Justice Alliance
The CJA is a small but growing team. Find out the latest opportunities to work for the Criminal Justice Alliance.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
August 28, 2025 at 1:04 PM
🚨 We're hiring: Director
We're seeking a passionate Director to lead our organisation in driving systemic change, at a pivotal time for justice reform.
Deadline: 15 September
Find out more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a passionate Director to lead our organisation in driving systemic change, at a pivotal time for justice reform.
Deadline: 15 September
Find out more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
A warm welcome to our new Vice-Chair, Dr Summer Alston-Smith 👏
Summer is the Director of Development and Insights at @advancecharity.bsky.social. Combining hands-on experience with a strong analytical lens, Summer has expertise in securing diverse funding streams.
Welcome to the team!
Summer is the Director of Development and Insights at @advancecharity.bsky.social. Combining hands-on experience with a strong analytical lens, Summer has expertise in securing diverse funding streams.
Welcome to the team!
August 28, 2025 at 11:36 AM
A warm welcome to our new Vice-Chair, Dr Summer Alston-Smith 👏
Summer is the Director of Development and Insights at @advancecharity.bsky.social. Combining hands-on experience with a strong analytical lens, Summer has expertise in securing diverse funding streams.
Welcome to the team!
Summer is the Director of Development and Insights at @advancecharity.bsky.social. Combining hands-on experience with a strong analytical lens, Summer has expertise in securing diverse funding streams.
Welcome to the team!
Welcome to our new Trustee, Ropinder Gill!
As CEO of @lymphomaaction.bsky.social, and with over twenty years’ experience in the charity sector across fundraising, strategic development and good governance, Ropinder's expertise and passion will be invaluable to the CJA.
As CEO of @lymphomaaction.bsky.social, and with over twenty years’ experience in the charity sector across fundraising, strategic development and good governance, Ropinder's expertise and passion will be invaluable to the CJA.
August 27, 2025 at 8:33 AM
Welcome to our new Trustee, Ropinder Gill!
As CEO of @lymphomaaction.bsky.social, and with over twenty years’ experience in the charity sector across fundraising, strategic development and good governance, Ropinder's expertise and passion will be invaluable to the CJA.
As CEO of @lymphomaaction.bsky.social, and with over twenty years’ experience in the charity sector across fundraising, strategic development and good governance, Ropinder's expertise and passion will be invaluable to the CJA.
Meet one of our new Trustees, Elsa Corry-Roake:
Elsa is Policy and External Affairs Manager at @waythrough-uk.bsky.social. Previously, she has facilitated workshops in prisons and held policy and advocacy roles at Crest Advisory and others, influencing national policy.
Welcome to the team!
Elsa is Policy and External Affairs Manager at @waythrough-uk.bsky.social. Previously, she has facilitated workshops in prisons and held policy and advocacy roles at Crest Advisory and others, influencing national policy.
Welcome to the team!
August 22, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Meet one of our new Trustees, Elsa Corry-Roake:
Elsa is Policy and External Affairs Manager at @waythrough-uk.bsky.social. Previously, she has facilitated workshops in prisons and held policy and advocacy roles at Crest Advisory and others, influencing national policy.
Welcome to the team!
Elsa is Policy and External Affairs Manager at @waythrough-uk.bsky.social. Previously, she has facilitated workshops in prisons and held policy and advocacy roles at Crest Advisory and others, influencing national policy.
Welcome to the team!
We're hiring: could you be our next Director?
We're seeking a passionate Director to lead our mission to create a fairer, more effective justice system, at a critical time for the CJA and the wider sector.
⏰Deadline: 15 September
Find out more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a passionate Director to lead our mission to create a fairer, more effective justice system, at a critical time for the CJA and the wider sector.
⏰Deadline: 15 September
Find out more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
August 22, 2025 at 9:15 AM
We're hiring: could you be our next Director?
We're seeking a passionate Director to lead our mission to create a fairer, more effective justice system, at a critical time for the CJA and the wider sector.
⏰Deadline: 15 September
Find out more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a passionate Director to lead our mission to create a fairer, more effective justice system, at a critical time for the CJA and the wider sector.
⏰Deadline: 15 September
Find out more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
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Vital conversations about violence against women are being hijacked by an anti-migrant agenda
We're one of 100 expert orgs working to end violence against women urging the government to address the harmful and dangerous weaponisation of VAWG #NotInOurName
We're one of 100 expert orgs working to end violence against women urging the government to address the harmful and dangerous weaponisation of VAWG #NotInOurName
100+ women’s rights groups warn against racist weaponisation of VAWG | End Violence Against Women
The End Violence Against Women Coalition is one of more than 100 women’s rights groups that have today (19th August 2025) written a joint letter to the Prime Minister calling for urgent action against...
www.endviolenceagainstwomen.org.uk
August 20, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Vital conversations about violence against women are being hijacked by an anti-migrant agenda
We're one of 100 expert orgs working to end violence against women urging the government to address the harmful and dangerous weaponisation of VAWG #NotInOurName
We're one of 100 expert orgs working to end violence against women urging the government to address the harmful and dangerous weaponisation of VAWG #NotInOurName
Meet Kirsten Westlake, one of our new Trustees:
Kirsten is CEO of Two Magpies Fund and Co-founder of education charity Let Me Know. She is a current magistrate and regular volunteer for Food Bank Aid, with vast expertise in charity development.
Welcome to the team, Kirsten!
Kirsten is CEO of Two Magpies Fund and Co-founder of education charity Let Me Know. She is a current magistrate and regular volunteer for Food Bank Aid, with vast expertise in charity development.
Welcome to the team, Kirsten!
August 21, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Meet Kirsten Westlake, one of our new Trustees:
Kirsten is CEO of Two Magpies Fund and Co-founder of education charity Let Me Know. She is a current magistrate and regular volunteer for Food Bank Aid, with vast expertise in charity development.
Welcome to the team, Kirsten!
Kirsten is CEO of Two Magpies Fund and Co-founder of education charity Let Me Know. She is a current magistrate and regular volunteer for Food Bank Aid, with vast expertise in charity development.
Welcome to the team, Kirsten!
It is with a mix of gratitude and sadness that we announce the departure of our Director, Annette So, who will be stepping down from her role, following four and half years at the CJA.
Read the statement from our Board of Trustees on our website: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/thank-y...
Read the statement from our Board of Trustees on our website: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/thank-y...
Thank you and farewell to CJA Director Annette So | Criminal Justice Alliance
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August 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
It is with a mix of gratitude and sadness that we announce the departure of our Director, Annette So, who will be stepping down from her role, following four and half years at the CJA.
Read the statement from our Board of Trustees on our website: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/thank-y...
Read the statement from our Board of Trustees on our website: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/thank-y...
Welcome to our new Trustee, Mignon French!
Mignon has worked in the mental health sector for over 30 years and contributed to significant reports on mental health, justice and women. She is a Magistrate and health and justice consultant.
Read more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/the-cja...
Mignon has worked in the mental health sector for over 30 years and contributed to significant reports on mental health, justice and women. She is a Magistrate and health and justice consultant.
Read more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/the-cja...
August 15, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Welcome to our new Trustee, Mignon French!
Mignon has worked in the mental health sector for over 30 years and contributed to significant reports on mental health, justice and women. She is a Magistrate and health and justice consultant.
Read more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/the-cja...
Mignon has worked in the mental health sector for over 30 years and contributed to significant reports on mental health, justice and women. She is a Magistrate and health and justice consultant.
Read more: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/the-cja...
👋 Introducing our new Policy & Public Affairs Manager, Oliver Glick:
Before joining the CJA, Ollie was Strategy & Insight Manager at Crest Advisory. He has coordinated policy for @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social, and been a Senior Policy Advisor for the MoJ.
Welcome to the team Ollie!
Before joining the CJA, Ollie was Strategy & Insight Manager at Crest Advisory. He has coordinated policy for @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social, and been a Senior Policy Advisor for the MoJ.
Welcome to the team Ollie!
August 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
👋 Introducing our new Policy & Public Affairs Manager, Oliver Glick:
Before joining the CJA, Ollie was Strategy & Insight Manager at Crest Advisory. He has coordinated policy for @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social, and been a Senior Policy Advisor for the MoJ.
Welcome to the team Ollie!
Before joining the CJA, Ollie was Strategy & Insight Manager at Crest Advisory. He has coordinated policy for @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social, and been a Senior Policy Advisor for the MoJ.
Welcome to the team Ollie!
Good news! We’ve been awarded a multi-year grant from @citybridgefndn.bsky.social 👏 Thank you for supporting our work to drive systemic change and build a collective voice for a fairer, more effective criminal justice system.
August 14, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Good news! We’ve been awarded a multi-year grant from @citybridgefndn.bsky.social 👏 Thank you for supporting our work to drive systemic change and build a collective voice for a fairer, more effective criminal justice system.
Meet Joe Tarbert, one of our new Trustees:
Joe started his career as a criminal defence barrister. Now Head of Programmes at @standoutprogrammes.bsky.social, Joe leads coaching & through-the-gates support for men leaving prison.
Welcome to the CJA, Joe!
Joe started his career as a criminal defence barrister. Now Head of Programmes at @standoutprogrammes.bsky.social, Joe leads coaching & through-the-gates support for men leaving prison.
Welcome to the CJA, Joe!
August 14, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Meet Joe Tarbert, one of our new Trustees:
Joe started his career as a criminal defence barrister. Now Head of Programmes at @standoutprogrammes.bsky.social, Joe leads coaching & through-the-gates support for men leaving prison.
Welcome to the CJA, Joe!
Joe started his career as a criminal defence barrister. Now Head of Programmes at @standoutprogrammes.bsky.social, Joe leads coaching & through-the-gates support for men leaving prison.
Welcome to the CJA, Joe!
🏛️ Birmingham Women's Intensive Supervision Court: 31 women kept out of prison in 6 months.
The secret? Women's Centres at the heart.
Read our new guest blog, which reveals how Birmingham's Women's Centres are transforming justice 👇
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/womens-...
The secret? Women's Centres at the heart.
Read our new guest blog, which reveals how Birmingham's Women's Centres are transforming justice 👇
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/womens-...
Women’s Centres must be at the heart of Intensive Supervision Courts: What we learned from Birmingham | Criminal Justice Alliance
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August 7, 2025 at 1:52 PM
🏛️ Birmingham Women's Intensive Supervision Court: 31 women kept out of prison in 6 months.
The secret? Women's Centres at the heart.
Read our new guest blog, which reveals how Birmingham's Women's Centres are transforming justice 👇
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/womens-...
The secret? Women's Centres at the heart.
Read our new guest blog, which reveals how Birmingham's Women's Centres are transforming justice 👇
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/womens-...