CTRL + ALT + SAFETY WEBINAR

Did you know that 77% of girls and young women experienced online harm? As professionals dedicated to supporting young people, or as parents striving to protect your children, this is a statistic we can no longer ignore. We have over 25 years of experience working with young women, girls, and vulnerable groups in the fields […]
Kent Police and Crime Commissioner Visits Advance

The visit gave Advance staff the opportunity to highlight the gaps in provision for women in contact with the criminal justice system, such as the lack of long-term support and rehabilitation, and the vital need for more funding. Advance has had a centre in Kent for four years and supports more than 400 women across […]
ADVANCE Relaunch of ADVANCETALK Series for 16 Days of Activism

This four-part series tackled the vital yet often overlooked intersections between domestic abuse, violence against women and girls (VAWG), and women’s involvement in the criminal justice system. The sessions explored trauma’s role in women’s pathways to offending, early intervention strategies, the transformative impact of Women’s Centres, and the challenges posed by false counter-allegations. With expert […]
Women who’ve been in prison host criminal justice showcase

Advance is the largest specialist provider of community-based support for women in contact with the criminal justice system. Keynote speakers at the event included Liz Mack, Advance CEO, Paula Harriott, CEO of Unlocked and former prisoner, and Alex Davies-Jones, Minister for Victims & Violence Against Women and Girls. Liz Mack said: Media enquiries For more […]
Advance Statement on Government 10-year Prison Capacity Strategy

Most women serve less than 6 months in prison. This short time disrupts her entire life, leading to the likely loss of her home, income, and custody of her children, whilst also leaving no time for rehabilitative support which can address underlying needs including mental ill-health, substance use, and housing needs. 17,000 children are estimated […]
Advance event at House of Commons

The event was made possible with the help of Andy Slaughter, Labour MP for Hammersmith and Chiswick, who sponsored it; providing us with an opportunity to introduce MPs to Advance and the vital work that we do, particularly our criminal justice services, and gain their interest and support. Liz Mack, Advance CEO, and Dali Kaur, […]