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Established in 2013, In2Out is a registered charity (1154984) that aims to reduce reoffending amongst children and young people aged 15-21 years as they leave custody, allowing them to realise their potential, whilst also helping to make communities safer for everyone.
We believe that each young person leaving prison deserves the opportunity to get their life 'back on track', turn away from offending behaviour, restore broken relationships and to experience life in all its fullness. To achieve this, young people need to be supported with positive role-models and influences, including much practical support. We do this through one-to-one mentoring, via a network of dedicated volunteers and staff based across the north of England. In the last 6 years we have supported well over 450 young people leaving custody. |
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Recent News:
COVID-19
Because of the lockdown restrictions imposed to restrict the spead of the coronavirus, at this time our team are unable to meet with lads inside HMYOI Wetherby or other custodial establishments. Unless there is a pressing need, we are also no longer meeting with participants face-to-face in the community or attending non-essential meetings with other statutory organisations. Much of the practical work of supporting lads into work or back into education is on hold. As a result, some of our staff are now on furlough, initially for the month of May; the rest of the team are continuing to work remotely from home using video conferencing to stay connected and to attend those meetings with prison staff, Youth Offending teams or Probation that are still happening.
It's certainly a frustrating time for everyone, but we know that it's more important than ever that we stay in touch and keep encouraging the lads who have asked for our help.
The best way to get in touch with us during this time is by email: support@in2out.org.uk
Finally, thank you to our all our donors and supporters for standing with us as we continue to stand by our young people during this difficult time. If you are in a position to make a donation at this time, you can do so HERE.
It's certainly a frustrating time for everyone, but we know that it's more important than ever that we stay in touch and keep encouraging the lads who have asked for our help.
The best way to get in touch with us during this time is by email: support@in2out.org.uk
Finally, thank you to our all our donors and supporters for standing with us as we continue to stand by our young people during this difficult time. If you are in a position to make a donation at this time, you can do so HERE.
Funding & SupportIn a time when many charities find their funding under pressure, In2Out is grateful to the Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales for funding and support as we help young people leaving custody get their lives back on track.
They write: “We’re an independent charitable trust funded by Lloyds Banking Group. We partner with small and local charities helping people overcome complex social issues. Through long-term funding, developmental support and influencing policy and practice, we help those charities make lifechanging impact.” Many Thanks, Lloyds! |
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UCB Interview
Listen to In2Out Executive Director Mark Screeton and HMYOI Wetherby Prison Chaplain and In2Out trustee Andrew Georgiou, share about how In2Out is helping lads leaving custody change their lives. This interview with Paul Hammond on UCB was originally broadcast on Thursday 14th May.
HMYOI WetherbyWith the prison locked down, the lads in custody are spending a lot of time alone in their pads with no visits or normal education sessions. When they are allowed out it's only in very small groups or 'families' to exercise or shower. This brings an inevitable struggle with loneliness, frustration and boredom. Through a kind and generous donation, In2Out has been able to pass on about 80 DVDs to help fill the time. We are currently exploring what else we might be able to do to help. We'll keep you informed.
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In2Out - CONNECTWe are also producing a weekly newsletter - 'In2Out CONNECT - which at the request of the prison is being distributed, not only to our lads, but throughout HMYOI Wetherby, as well as to lads 'on the out'. It has some puzzles, cartoons, art ideas, news, exercises, mental health advice or recipes - a variety of material to distract the lads and hopefully help them manage their time, but most importantly to let them know that they are not forgotten!
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THanks, BBC Children in Need
In2Out is grateful for ongoing support from BBC Children in Need and, as part of this year's campaign, Radio Leeds recorded a short piece with us and Jeffrey* who's on the out since earlier this year.
* Name changed |
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