A peer mentor in prison: Colin's story
When Colin entered prison he decided not to let his past define his future. He became a Pact peer mentor, and has made a life-changing impact on his fellow-prisoners.
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Kiran's story: 'When my dad went to prison, I had to step up'
When Kiran’s* father went to prison, her childhood shifted overnight. At just 12, she found herself helping to hold her family together while trying to make sense of everything that had changed.
Probation support: Szymon's story
Following his release from prison on probation, Szymon was referred to Pact’s Personal Wellbeing Manager, Melissa, for support.
Glimmers of hope: Dean and Irina's story
Knowing that the Pact team was there when she needed them was a huge relief for Irina during Dean’s first weeks and months in custody.
Florrie's story: An hour that matters
Every month, Florrie does something amazing. She visits someone in prison - and creates a space in which they can both grow.
A Father's Day call: Gaz's story
For five years, Gaz hasn’t seen or spoken to his daughter. But this year, in time for Father’s Day, Gaz will be able to speak to her on a video call thanks to support from Pact.
"Life can take this kind of turn for any of us": Lynda's story
Lynda volunteers every Thursday at HMP Onley. A friendly face makes a huge difference in some of life's hardest moments.
Supporting mothers in prison: Christy's story
Christy is just one of the women supported by Pact’s pilot project, Together a Chance, which supports mothers in custody to maintain links with their children.
"You'd have thought I'd given her the world": Fran's story
Many years ago, Fran came close to going to prison. She knows her life could have looked very different. Today she volunteers as a prison visitor. Read her inspiring story.
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'Through the gate’ and beyond: Tina's story
As her release approached, Tina was unsure about how she would cope in the outside world. Pact stepped in to support her.
Emergency welfare grants for families in need
Thanks to the generous support of foundations, trusts and donors, we can offer emergency grants to people affected by imprisonment.
Keep him safe: mental health in the justice system
This short film explores the experiences of two women supporting relatives in prison living with mental ill health.
Joseph's story: Supporting families through the court process
Meet Joseph, a Pact volunteer supporting defendants and their families at Maidstone Crown Court. Discover how Side by Side helps people through the court process.
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