Custody isn’t helping young people overcome the difficult circumstances they face (e.g. histories of abuse/neglect, growing up in care, poor mental health, poverty and discrimination). Many young prisoners have limited access to training or education, leading to poor outcomes post-release (e.g. high reoffending rates). Hope and opportunities are limited. As a result, young prisoners need support to realise their potential and build a positive future.

Our Hero’s Journey programme equips young prisoners with the skills and mindset needed to build a better future. There is real demand for this programme – governors want us to work in their prisons, and young people willingly give up their extremely limited social time to take part. In the coming year, we will expand the Hero’s Journey to reach more young people, continue to pilot a tailored programme for young women in prison, and support more young people as they leave prison.