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Animation: Children's Rights

Watch our animation about the rights of the child, including those most important for children with parents in prison. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2018

Updated: 14th November, 2018

Author: James Brindley

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Animation: A Journey into Prison

Watch our animation about what it means when someone goes to prison Read more

Published: 2nd May, 2018

Author: Louise Potter

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Locked Out: A book for children with a loved one in prison

Locked Out: A book for children with a loved one in prison

Read 'Locked Out', a book which helps children cope with the imprisonment of a loved one which contains useful guidance and activities for children. Read more

Published: 4th January, 2018

Updated: 23rd February, 2018

Author: Louise Potter

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Kyra's Story

Watch the story of a girl who thought her Stepdad was working away as a bus driver, but found out he was actually in prison. Hear in her own words what it was like visiting her stepdad in prison. Read more

Published: 25th July, 2017

Updated: 19th December, 2019

Author: Louise Potter

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Ollie's Story

Watch the story of a boy whose home was raided by police when his Dad was arrested. Hear in his own words how this experience made him feel. Read more

Published: 24th July, 2017

Updated: 19th December, 2019

Author: Louise Potter

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Brandon's Story

Watch the story of a boy who thought his Dad was on a business trip, but found out he was actually in prison. Hear in his own words how this experience made him feel. Read more

Published: 24th July, 2017

Updated: 19th December, 2019

Author: Louise Potter

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Read Rico's Story

Read Rico's Story

When Rico was 12 years old his parents were arrested and sent to prison. Read Rico's story and find out how he felt, and how having a Pact Youth Worker has helped him. Read more

Published: 23rd June, 2017

Updated: 9th August, 2017

Author: Louise Potter

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I wish...

I wish...

Hear from children and young people who have witnessed a home raid, or a parent's arrest, and hear what they wish had been different. Read more

Published: 23rd June, 2017

Updated: 9th August, 2017

Author: Louise Potter

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It's OK to feel...

It's OK to feel...

When someone you love goes to prison it can leave you feeling lost, confused, angry and upset. We are here to help. Read more

Published: 13th May, 2017

Updated: 19th December, 2019

Author: Louise Potter

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What happens next?

What happens next?

Has your family member gone to prison? Click here to find out more about what happens next. Read more

Published: 8th February, 2017

Updated: 20th March, 2017

Author: Louise Potter

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Sign our charter to show your support

Sign our charter to show your support

Sign 'Our Voice: The Charter for Children and Young People Affected by Familial Imprisonment', and help us to ensure that your voice is heard in the criminal justice system. Read more

Published: 19th December, 2016

Updated: 16th May, 2017

Author: Louise Potter

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Who else can help?

Who else can help?

Want to know what other organisations are out there who can support you? Click here to find out more. Read more

Published: 13th November, 2016

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Louise Potter

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  • Pact welcomes the Centre for Social Justice report on unlocking the potential of technology in prisons

    Pact welcomes the Centre for Social Justice report on unlocking the potential of technology in prisons

    We were pleased to see the report from the Centre for Social Justice, 'Digital Technology in Prisons: Unlocking relationships, learning and skills in UK prisons', which highlighted the important role that technology can play in prisons.

  • Our digital Visitors' Guides provide the latest information about prison visits

    Our digital Visitors' Guides provide the latest information about prison visits

    Our digital Visitors' Guides for prisons in England and Wales are being regularly updated to share the latest information about social visits, including the latest guidance around visits during the Covid-19 pandemic.

  • Watch the Holy Mass for Christmas, celebrated for the women and men in prison this year

    Watch the Holy Mass for Christmas, celebrated for the women and men in prison this year

    Watch a film of the Holy Mass for Christmas, celebrated for the women and men in prison this year, by the Right Reverend Peter Brignall, Bishop of Wrexham.

  • Some Things We Can't Think: Sir Harold Hood Memorial Lecture 2020

    Some Things We Can't Think: Sir Harold Hood Memorial Lecture 2020

    Find our more about our Sir Harold Hood Memorial Lecture 2020: 'Some Things We Can't Think', given by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, and featuring our brand new documentary, 'Hidden Sentences: Voices of Prisoners' Families'.

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