Exeter student volunteer reveals how court delays affect the mental health of people going through the justice system.

Court delays affect mental health

Exeter student volunteer reveals how court delays can affect the mental health of people going through the justice system.   Saskia balances volunteering with studies and sport They always say if you want a job done, ask a busy person. And, Saskia is no exception. Despite a busy schedule, she is a dedicated volunteer at…

Emma wants to share her ADHD story so that other women feel understood.

Emma shares her ADHD story

Emma wants to share her ADHD story so that other women feel understood.   Facing criminal charges Unfortunately, Emma found herself at Exeter Crown and County Court where an usher introduced her to Ben, our Coordinator. She believes that her ADHD has led to many difficult encounters over the years. Above all, she wants to…

Call for everyday heroes to step forward as magistrates Our Truro team recently welcomed Hannah Bondi, Policy and Research Officer at the Magistrates’ Association.

Call for everyday heroes to step forward as magistrates

Our Truro team recently welcomed Hannah Bondi, Policy and Research Officer at the Magistrates’ Association. She met with our Cornwall Coordinators, along with some local magistrates, to discuss the challenges magistrates face in Cornwall and the impact of rurality on the courts. In the light of the recent call for everyday heroes to step forward…

After a career in full time education, Trudy is now using her people skills and trauma-informed approach to support people through court. As a volunteer at Newton Abbot Magistrates’ Court, she can come alongside people in crisis and get them the help they need.

Volunteer Trudy applies a trauma-informed approach

After a career in full time education, Trudy is now using her people skills and trauma-informed approach to support people through court. As a volunteer at Newton Abbot Magistrates’ Court, she can come alongside people in crisis and get them the help they need.   People skills Trudy is applying her trauma-informed teaching experience to…