PREVIOUS CAMPAIGNS
Where do we find our Strength for the Journey? What gives us hope and resilience along the road? Who can we connect with for support and encouragement?
The whole of Creation is a single Story of Grace with countless experiences, transformations, challenges and growths contained within…
Who are we separated from? What invisible walls of hostility have we built up in our Society? Who do we view as the “other”: Prisoners, Prisoners Families, Communities, Former Prisoners, Addicts… ?
In a year of lockdown the theme is an assurance to those inside that there are people thinking about them, praying for them and supporting them wherever possible.
Each night over 8,000 people are locked up in prisons across Scotland, the majority of whom come from our poorest areas and have suffered abuse, traumatic bereavements and have mental health issues. Do we care?
STORIES
I hope my story gives someone, somewhere, hope that change is possible, regardless of how hopeless things may seem.
I crossed the point of controlling alcohol and failed to notice that it was now controlling me.
Sandra is a kinship carer for her daughter Emma’s two children, Euan (8) and Louise (12). Emma is currently in prison.
God has carried me through the tough times. He is always there and with Him I can achieve anything.
RESTORATIVE PRACTICES
FAMILIES OUTSIDE
Families Outside is now offering accredited training aimed at professionals who come in to contact with children and families affected by imprisonment.
My Diary Video takes a heart-breaking look at the common emotions experienced by children with a parent in prison.
Learn about the costs of imprisonment for families and communities.
“What are your first thoughts if you find out that a child has a parent in prison? Challenge your thinking …!”
