Workshops
Workshop for HR staff and hiring managers, in person or online
Length: 3-3.5 hours depending on participation levels.
Who is it for? HR staff and any managers involved in hiring.
By the end of this workshop participants will be confident in understanding key aspects of the criminal justice system and why it can be difficult for people who have a criminal record to get and sustain employment. They will be competent at discerning whether someone's conviction(s) prevents them from working in the company, and will be able to support someone to disclose any criminal convictions at interview.​
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Cost: £750
A 1-hour workshop which reduces fears and misconceptions about working with people who have a criminal record.
At the end of the workshop staff will feel more comfortable working alongside people who have a criminal conviction(s), will understand why it is beneficial for people who have a criminal record to work, and will have knowledge of key statistics related to the criminal justice system
The workshop is sensitive to people who may be survivors of crime or know people who are and will bring an element of peace to those who may struggle with the idea of working with someone who has a criminal record.
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Cost: Depending on group size. Contact us to find out more.
Dispelling fears and misconceptions,
In person or online
"I knew nothing at the start and now feel I’ve had a good overview. I have more clarity and confidence when it comes to employing someone with a criminal conviction".
Workshop for staff who have a managerial role, in person or online
Length: 3-3.5 hours depending on participation levels.
Who is it for? Anyone who has a management role.
By the end of this workshop participants will understand why adjusting to life in the community can be difficult for those who have been in prison, and why employment plays a significant role in reducing reoffending. They will be confident at supporting someone who has a criminal conviction in the workplace, and will understand the variety of skills someone who has been through the criminal justice system may have.​​​​
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Cost: £750​​
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"The detail was put over in a friendly relaxed way despite the nature of the topic. It was an excellent introduction for me to a challenging and to most people slightly scary topic."