In this episode Jules chats to another Jules (not confusing at all!), who is very close to becoming a qualified Solicitor. Jules is planning on supporting and being an advocate for people going through the criminal justice system. Having served a community order herself, Jules has experience with the CJS and knows the impact having a criminal record can have on your career and on your self-worth. Jules also talks about her difficult upbringing in Africa, and the culture shocks she found when moving to the UK. With a lot of support from some incredible organisations listed below, and with a huge amount of determination and will power, Jules is well on track to achieving her childhood ambition.

Useful links and organisations:

Disclosure toolkit, by Offploy - A toolkit combining precise legal guidance, personalised letter drafting, and trusted resources, to confidently handle disclosure. https://www.disclosuretoolkit.org/

Mind- Making sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone https://www.mind.org.uk/

Working Chance- Unlocking Women’s Potential https://workingchance.org/

Unlock- Building a fairer future for people with criminal records https://unlock.org.uk/

Clean Sheet- Our work is about helping people with convictions to find jobs, start to rebuild their lives and as a result, reduce reoffending https://www.cleansheet.org.uk/

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This week in the Life After Prison studio Zak & Jules are joined Jumpin Jack Frost a true pioneer of the UK music scene. From growing up in Brixton and navigating the challenges of street life, to becoming one of the founding figures in jungle and drum and bass, his journey is nothing short of legendary. But behind the decks and the iconic tracks is a powerful story of redemption – including time spent in prison, a battle with mental health, and a mission to break the stigma around it.

This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.

Useful organisations:

We Are Hummingbird - A non-profit organization that focuses on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, particularly within the music industry.

https://www.wearehummingbird.com/

Boys Get Sad Too - A mental health awareness brand that uses fashion to challenge stigma and encourage open conversations—especially among men.

boysgetsadtoo.com

We Are With You – Offers support for people with substance misuse issues and mental health struggles. They provide tailored support and treatment for people looking to recover and lead a healthier life.

wearewithyou.org.uk

Mind – a leading mental health charity in the UK. They provide information, support, and resources for anyone experiencing mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, addiction, and recovery from trauma.

mind.org.uk

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In this episode Jules speaks to sisters, Kemi and Tasha, who founded the organisation Reformed Development, after experiencing four years of rejection and discrimination after coming out of prison. They realised the only way forward was to be the change themselves, and they now work tirelessly helping other people who have been to prison, with their holistic and nurturing approach to rehabilitation.

The full version of this episode can be found wherever you get your podcasts: (link)

Useful links and organisations:

Reformed Development CIC- Educate- Relate- Inspire https://www.reformed16.com/

Mind- making sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone https://www.mind.org.uk/

Prison Reform Trust- We’re working to create a just, humane & effective prison system

https://prisonreformtrust.org.uk/

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If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.

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