Criminal Justice Alliance
@cjalliance.bsky.social
We are a network of 200+ organisations and academics working towards a fair and effective criminal justice system.
Charity No. 1143038 / Company No. 06331413
Charity No. 1143038 / Company No. 06331413
Looking for your next policy & comms role?
We're recruiting a Policy & Communications Officer to help shape our work on criminal justice policy, member engagement and digital communications.
Apply by 24 Aug, 9am: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us
We're recruiting a Policy & Communications Officer to help shape our work on criminal justice policy, member engagement and digital communications.
Apply by 24 Aug, 9am: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us
Work with Us | Criminal Justice Alliance
The CJA is a small but growing team. Find out the latest opportunities to work for the Criminal Justice Alliance.
https://www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us"
August 13, 2026 at 9:39 AM
Looking for your next policy & comms role?
We're recruiting a Policy & Communications Officer to help shape our work on criminal justice policy, member engagement and digital communications.
Apply by 24 Aug, 9am: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us
We're recruiting a Policy & Communications Officer to help shape our work on criminal justice policy, member engagement and digital communications.
Apply by 24 Aug, 9am: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us
📢 We're hiring: Policy and Communications Officer
Join our team to support policy, communications and member engagement as we work towards a fairer criminal justice system.
Apply by 24 August: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us
Join our team to support policy, communications and member engagement as we work towards a fairer criminal justice system.
Apply by 24 August: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us
Work with Us | Criminal Justice Alliance
The CJA is a small but growing team. Find out the latest opportunities to work for the Criminal Justice Alliance.
https://www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us"
July 31, 2026 at 8:51 AM
📢 We're hiring: Policy and Communications Officer
Join our team to support policy, communications and member engagement as we work towards a fairer criminal justice system.
Apply by 24 August: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us
Join our team to support policy, communications and member engagement as we work towards a fairer criminal justice system.
Apply by 24 August: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cja/work-with-us
The Dawes Trust funded £28m+ of criminal justice research and services over 15 years - and has now dispersed all of its funds.
@russellwebster.com's review looks at what the Trust funded, what worked, and what other funders could learn.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/charita...
@russellwebster.com's review looks at what the Trust funded, what worked, and what other funders could learn.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/charita...
Charitable Trust funding in the justice sector | Criminal Justice Alliance
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
July 13, 2026 at 2:50 PM
The Dawes Trust funded £28m+ of criminal justice research and services over 15 years - and has now dispersed all of its funds.
@russellwebster.com's review looks at what the Trust funded, what worked, and what other funders could learn.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/charita...
@russellwebster.com's review looks at what the Trust funded, what worked, and what other funders could learn.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/charita...
🚨 Out now: CJA's response to the College of Policing's consultation on updated guidance for stop and search
📄 Read our full response: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/cja-resource...
📝 Read our blog & summary: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/cja-res...
📄 Read our full response: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/cja-resource...
📝 Read our blog & summary: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/cja-res...
CJA responds to updated guidance for stop and search | Criminal Justice Alliance
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
July 8, 2026 at 3:33 PM
🚨 Out now: CJA's response to the College of Policing's consultation on updated guidance for stop and search
📄 Read our full response: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/cja-resource...
📝 Read our blog & summary: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/cja-res...
📄 Read our full response: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/cja-resource...
📝 Read our blog & summary: www.criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/cja-res...
🎉 Introducing our new Fundraising and Impact Manager, Kezia Niman:
Kezia was previously Philanthropy Manager at The Anne Frank Trust UK. She also has a background in human rights advocacy, and is currently undertaking a Graduate Diploma in Law at City St George’s University.
Welcome, Kezia!
Kezia was previously Philanthropy Manager at The Anne Frank Trust UK. She also has a background in human rights advocacy, and is currently undertaking a Graduate Diploma in Law at City St George’s University.
Welcome, Kezia!
July 2, 2026 at 9:40 AM
🎉 Introducing our new Fundraising and Impact Manager, Kezia Niman:
Kezia was previously Philanthropy Manager at The Anne Frank Trust UK. She also has a background in human rights advocacy, and is currently undertaking a Graduate Diploma in Law at City St George’s University.
Welcome, Kezia!
Kezia was previously Philanthropy Manager at The Anne Frank Trust UK. She also has a background in human rights advocacy, and is currently undertaking a Graduate Diploma in Law at City St George’s University.
Welcome, Kezia!
👏 New research led by CJA Trustee Alex Stevens finds that drug diversion schemes lower reoffending rates by a third.
Evidence consistently shows interventions diverting people from the justice system are more effective at reducing reoffending than prosecution.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
Evidence consistently shows interventions diverting people from the justice system are more effective at reducing reoffending than prosecution.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
Drug diversion schemes cut reoffending rates more than prosecution, study says
Exclusive: Research in England shows people a third less likely to reoffend under decriminalisation-style schemes
www.theguardian.com
June 17, 2026 at 7:22 AM
👏 New research led by CJA Trustee Alex Stevens finds that drug diversion schemes lower reoffending rates by a third.
Evidence consistently shows interventions diverting people from the justice system are more effective at reducing reoffending than prosecution.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
Evidence consistently shows interventions diverting people from the justice system are more effective at reducing reoffending than prosecution.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
Yesterday evening we attended the APPG on Penal Affairs, hearing from Dr Summer Alston-Smith, CEO of Clinks, on the vital role of the voluntary sector in criminal justice.
June 10, 2026 at 8:31 AM
Yesterday evening we attended the APPG on Penal Affairs, hearing from Dr Summer Alston-Smith, CEO of Clinks, on the vital role of the voluntary sector in criminal justice.
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🚨 We're hiring: Communications & Engagement Manager
We're seeking a strategic and creative individual to join our team, build the CJA’s profile, amplify the vital work of our members, and help drive systemic change.
Apply by Monday 11th May.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a strategic and creative individual to join our team, build the CJA’s profile, amplify the vital work of our members, and help drive systemic change.
Apply by Monday 11th May.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
Work with Us | Criminal Justice Alliance
The CJA is a small but growing team. Find out the latest opportunities to work for the Criminal Justice Alliance.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
April 27, 2026 at 2:48 PM
🚨 We're hiring: Communications & Engagement Manager
We're seeking a strategic and creative individual to join our team, build the CJA’s profile, amplify the vital work of our members, and help drive systemic change.
Apply by Monday 11th May.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a strategic and creative individual to join our team, build the CJA’s profile, amplify the vital work of our members, and help drive systemic change.
Apply by Monday 11th May.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
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We’re so excited to share that 7 of our #MediaTrustFilms projects have won at this year’s Smiley Charity Film Awards #CFA26! 🏆🎬
These short films were created in collaboration between charities and volunteer filmmakers.
Read more and watch the films:
https://bit.ly/3QHnUU3
These short films were created in collaboration between charities and volunteer filmmakers.
Read more and watch the films:
https://bit.ly/3QHnUU3
April 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM
We’re so excited to share that 7 of our #MediaTrustFilms projects have won at this year’s Smiley Charity Film Awards #CFA26! 🏆🎬
These short films were created in collaboration between charities and volunteer filmmakers.
Read more and watch the films:
https://bit.ly/3QHnUU3
These short films were created in collaboration between charities and volunteer filmmakers.
Read more and watch the films:
https://bit.ly/3QHnUU3
We're thrilled to share that our short film, The Cycle, has been awarded Silver at this year's Smiley Charity Film Awards!
👏 A big thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social for partnering with us on this project.
🎥 Watch The Cycle: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
👏 A big thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social for partnering with us on this project.
🎥 Watch The Cycle: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
May 5, 2026 at 9:50 AM
We're thrilled to share that our short film, The Cycle, has been awarded Silver at this year's Smiley Charity Film Awards!
👏 A big thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social for partnering with us on this project.
🎥 Watch The Cycle: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
👏 A big thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social for partnering with us on this project.
🎥 Watch The Cycle: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
📢 We're hiring: Fundraising and Impact Manager
We're seeking a strategic and creative fundraising professional. This is a brand-new, high-impact role created at a pivotal moment as we approach our 20th anniversary.
⏰ Apply by Monday 11 May
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a strategic and creative fundraising professional. This is a brand-new, high-impact role created at a pivotal moment as we approach our 20th anniversary.
⏰ Apply by Monday 11 May
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
Work with Us | Criminal Justice Alliance
The CJA is a small but growing team. Find out the latest opportunities to work for the Criminal Justice Alliance.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
April 29, 2026 at 9:42 AM
📢 We're hiring: Fundraising and Impact Manager
We're seeking a strategic and creative fundraising professional. This is a brand-new, high-impact role created at a pivotal moment as we approach our 20th anniversary.
⏰ Apply by Monday 11 May
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a strategic and creative fundraising professional. This is a brand-new, high-impact role created at a pivotal moment as we approach our 20th anniversary.
⏰ Apply by Monday 11 May
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
Don't miss this free criminal justice event, exploring the impacts of the Sentencing Act 2026.
Our Director, Nicola Dawn, will be part of the panel for this insightful seminar co-sponsored by the CJA.
📍 Manchester Met University
📅 Thursday 7 May
Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sentencing...
Our Director, Nicola Dawn, will be part of the panel for this insightful seminar co-sponsored by the CJA.
📍 Manchester Met University
📅 Thursday 7 May
Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sentencing...
Sentencing: The Future of Incarceration and Rehabilitation
Seminar exploring impacts of the Sentencing Act 2026 and new approaches to imprisonment, rehabilitation, and post‑release support.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
April 27, 2026 at 3:53 PM
Don't miss this free criminal justice event, exploring the impacts of the Sentencing Act 2026.
Our Director, Nicola Dawn, will be part of the panel for this insightful seminar co-sponsored by the CJA.
📍 Manchester Met University
📅 Thursday 7 May
Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sentencing...
Our Director, Nicola Dawn, will be part of the panel for this insightful seminar co-sponsored by the CJA.
📍 Manchester Met University
📅 Thursday 7 May
Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sentencing...
🚨 We're hiring: Communications & Engagement Manager
We're seeking a strategic and creative individual to join our team, build the CJA’s profile, amplify the vital work of our members, and help drive systemic change.
Apply by Monday 11th May.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a strategic and creative individual to join our team, build the CJA’s profile, amplify the vital work of our members, and help drive systemic change.
Apply by Monday 11th May.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
Work with Us | Criminal Justice Alliance
The CJA is a small but growing team. Find out the latest opportunities to work for the Criminal Justice Alliance.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
April 27, 2026 at 2:48 PM
🚨 We're hiring: Communications & Engagement Manager
We're seeking a strategic and creative individual to join our team, build the CJA’s profile, amplify the vital work of our members, and help drive systemic change.
Apply by Monday 11th May.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
We're seeking a strategic and creative individual to join our team, build the CJA’s profile, amplify the vital work of our members, and help drive systemic change.
Apply by Monday 11th May.
www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to complete our 2026 Member Survey! 👏
Over a quarter of our members responded, sharing valuable insights into your priorities, your work, and how we can best support you.
Watch this space in the coming weeks as we share what we've heard.
Over a quarter of our members responded, sharing valuable insights into your priorities, your work, and how we can best support you.
Watch this space in the coming weeks as we share what we've heard.
April 27, 2026 at 11:17 AM
A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to complete our 2026 Member Survey! 👏
Over a quarter of our members responded, sharing valuable insights into your priorities, your work, and how we can best support you.
Watch this space in the coming weeks as we share what we've heard.
Over a quarter of our members responded, sharing valuable insights into your priorities, your work, and how we can best support you.
Watch this space in the coming weeks as we share what we've heard.
🚨 Last chance to complete our 2026 member survey
CJA members, if you haven't yet had the chance, please take 5 minutes to fill in our 2026 member survey, and help us understand your core focus and why you are a CJA member.
Fill in the survey by the deadline of Sunday, 26 April.
tally.so/r/RGzaRP
CJA members, if you haven't yet had the chance, please take 5 minutes to fill in our 2026 member survey, and help us understand your core focus and why you are a CJA member.
Fill in the survey by the deadline of Sunday, 26 April.
tally.so/r/RGzaRP
April 22, 2026 at 3:46 PM
🚨 Last chance to complete our 2026 member survey
CJA members, if you haven't yet had the chance, please take 5 minutes to fill in our 2026 member survey, and help us understand your core focus and why you are a CJA member.
Fill in the survey by the deadline of Sunday, 26 April.
tally.so/r/RGzaRP
CJA members, if you haven't yet had the chance, please take 5 minutes to fill in our 2026 member survey, and help us understand your core focus and why you are a CJA member.
Fill in the survey by the deadline of Sunday, 26 April.
tally.so/r/RGzaRP
This timely research by @runnymedetrust.bsky.social calls for a fundamental shift in how the UK approaches safety, harm prevention and justice.
The research finds strong public support for social investment over punitive enforcement - read below 👇
www.runnymedetrust.org/publications...
The research finds strong public support for social investment over punitive enforcement - read below 👇
www.runnymedetrust.org/publications...
April 20, 2026 at 3:54 PM
This timely research by @runnymedetrust.bsky.social calls for a fundamental shift in how the UK approaches safety, harm prevention and justice.
The research finds strong public support for social investment over punitive enforcement - read below 👇
www.runnymedetrust.org/publications...
The research finds strong public support for social investment over punitive enforcement - read below 👇
www.runnymedetrust.org/publications...
Don't miss the opportunity to sign up for this insightful Restorative Justice training course!
The sessions are perfect for those thinking of branching into complex and sensitive delivery - and those who would like to refresh their knowledge.
Sign up: www.tickettailor.com/events/whyme...
The sessions are perfect for those thinking of branching into complex and sensitive delivery - and those who would like to refresh their knowledge.
Sign up: www.tickettailor.com/events/whyme...
Whether you are looking to branch into complex and sensitive delivery, or you want to refresh your knowledge with just the webinars, don't miss your chance to sign up today: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/whyme/2149113
April 13, 2026 at 8:33 AM
Don't miss the opportunity to sign up for this insightful Restorative Justice training course!
The sessions are perfect for those thinking of branching into complex and sensitive delivery - and those who would like to refresh their knowledge.
Sign up: www.tickettailor.com/events/whyme...
The sessions are perfect for those thinking of branching into complex and sensitive delivery - and those who would like to refresh their knowledge.
Sign up: www.tickettailor.com/events/whyme...
We want to know you better.
The Criminal Justice Alliance’s 2026 Member Survey is live, a quick first step in a year of engagement to make sure our member support is meaningful and relevant.
Take 10 minutes to complete our survey - help us understand how best to support you.
tally.so/r/RGzaRP
The Criminal Justice Alliance’s 2026 Member Survey is live, a quick first step in a year of engagement to make sure our member support is meaningful and relevant.
Take 10 minutes to complete our survey - help us understand how best to support you.
tally.so/r/RGzaRP
March 31, 2026 at 10:32 AM
We want to know you better.
The Criminal Justice Alliance’s 2026 Member Survey is live, a quick first step in a year of engagement to make sure our member support is meaningful and relevant.
Take 10 minutes to complete our survey - help us understand how best to support you.
tally.so/r/RGzaRP
The Criminal Justice Alliance’s 2026 Member Survey is live, a quick first step in a year of engagement to make sure our member support is meaningful and relevant.
Take 10 minutes to complete our survey - help us understand how best to support you.
tally.so/r/RGzaRP
🚨The second round of voting is still open! Click the link below to vote for us to win our first ever film award - it only takes 30 seconds!
🎉 WE'RE FINALISTS! We are so pleased that our short film, The Cycle, is a finalist in the Smiley Charity Film Awards.
Thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social who partnered with us, and incredible director Georgie Yukiko-Donovan.
📺 Watch the film: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
Thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social who partnered with us, and incredible director Georgie Yukiko-Donovan.
📺 Watch the film: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
The Cycle
The Cycle, directed by Georgie Yukiko Donovan, uses a continuous shot technique to depict the relentless cycle of the criminal justice system. The film…
smileycharityfilmawards.com
March 30, 2026 at 10:52 AM
🚨The second round of voting is still open! Click the link below to vote for us to win our first ever film award - it only takes 30 seconds!
A new chapter, but the same incredible network.
Our Director, Nicola Dawn has been talking to members and wants to hear from you too.
Take 10 minutes to complete our 2026 Member Survey and help us understand how best we can support you:
criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/a-new-chapter/
Our Director, Nicola Dawn has been talking to members and wants to hear from you too.
Take 10 minutes to complete our 2026 Member Survey and help us understand how best we can support you:
criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/a-new-chapter/
A new chapter for the CJA: We want to hear from you | Criminal Justice Alliance
www.criminaljusticealliance.org
March 26, 2026 at 1:53 PM
A new chapter, but the same incredible network.
Our Director, Nicola Dawn has been talking to members and wants to hear from you too.
Take 10 minutes to complete our 2026 Member Survey and help us understand how best we can support you:
criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/a-new-chapter/
Our Director, Nicola Dawn has been talking to members and wants to hear from you too.
Take 10 minutes to complete our 2026 Member Survey and help us understand how best we can support you:
criminaljusticealliance.org/blog/a-new-chapter/
🚨 The second round of voting is open - vote for us to WIN our first film award, and secure vital funding.
The Cycle showcases the relentless cycle of the justice system. Even if you've voted before, you can vote again!
Share and vote by April 23.
smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
The Cycle showcases the relentless cycle of the justice system. Even if you've voted before, you can vote again!
Share and vote by April 23.
smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
March 16, 2026 at 11:57 AM
🚨 The second round of voting is open - vote for us to WIN our first film award, and secure vital funding.
The Cycle showcases the relentless cycle of the justice system. Even if you've voted before, you can vote again!
Share and vote by April 23.
smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
The Cycle showcases the relentless cycle of the justice system. Even if you've voted before, you can vote again!
Share and vote by April 23.
smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
The 2025 CJA Awards film is out now 🎬
We celebrated the people and organisations making criminal justice fairer and more effective - from grassroots organisations to ground-breaking researchers.
Watch the short film from the evening 👇
youtu.be/yPIVOyYOm1s
We celebrated the people and organisations making criminal justice fairer and more effective - from grassroots organisations to ground-breaking researchers.
Watch the short film from the evening 👇
youtu.be/yPIVOyYOm1s
CJA Awards 2025
YouTube video by Criminal Justice Alliance
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February 25, 2026 at 1:50 PM
The 2025 CJA Awards film is out now 🎬
We celebrated the people and organisations making criminal justice fairer and more effective - from grassroots organisations to ground-breaking researchers.
Watch the short film from the evening 👇
youtu.be/yPIVOyYOm1s
We celebrated the people and organisations making criminal justice fairer and more effective - from grassroots organisations to ground-breaking researchers.
Watch the short film from the evening 👇
youtu.be/yPIVOyYOm1s
In November, Phoebe McIndoe won the Outstanding Journalism Award at the #CJAAwards2025 🏆
As a Guardian journalist and BBC producer, Phoebe has worked consistently to enhance public understanding of the criminal justice system.
As a Guardian journalist and BBC producer, Phoebe has worked consistently to enhance public understanding of the criminal justice system.
February 16, 2026 at 10:26 AM
In November, Phoebe McIndoe won the Outstanding Journalism Award at the #CJAAwards2025 🏆
As a Guardian journalist and BBC producer, Phoebe has worked consistently to enhance public understanding of the criminal justice system.
As a Guardian journalist and BBC producer, Phoebe has worked consistently to enhance public understanding of the criminal justice system.
🎉 WE'RE FINALISTS! We are so pleased that our short film, The Cycle, is a finalist in the Smiley Charity Film Awards.
Thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social who partnered with us, and incredible director Georgie Yukiko-Donovan.
📺 Watch the film: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
Thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social who partnered with us, and incredible director Georgie Yukiko-Donovan.
📺 Watch the film: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
The Cycle
The Cycle, directed by Georgie Yukiko Donovan, uses a continuous shot technique to depict the relentless cycle of the criminal justice system. The film…
smileycharityfilmawards.com
February 12, 2026 at 9:21 AM
🎉 WE'RE FINALISTS! We are so pleased that our short film, The Cycle, is a finalist in the Smiley Charity Film Awards.
Thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social who partnered with us, and incredible director Georgie Yukiko-Donovan.
📺 Watch the film: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
Thank you to @mediatrust.bsky.social who partnered with us, and incredible director Georgie Yukiko-Donovan.
📺 Watch the film: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/the-cy...
At the #CJAAwards2025, Offploy was named Outstanding Organisation in our new lived experience award category🎉
Founded by Jacob Hill from his prison cell, Offploy is a social enterprise dedicated to improving employment outcomes for people with convictions.
Founded by Jacob Hill from his prison cell, Offploy is a social enterprise dedicated to improving employment outcomes for people with convictions.
February 10, 2026 at 2:37 PM
At the #CJAAwards2025, Offploy was named Outstanding Organisation in our new lived experience award category🎉
Founded by Jacob Hill from his prison cell, Offploy is a social enterprise dedicated to improving employment outcomes for people with convictions.
Founded by Jacob Hill from his prison cell, Offploy is a social enterprise dedicated to improving employment outcomes for people with convictions.