There was NO EVIDENCE – The TRUTH ….
Using a REAL court transcript to expose the harm caused by misinformation around sexual violence… We’re seeing a growing movement calling for “fair trials” in cases of sexual and violent offences. Let us be clear: we fully support fairness in the justice system—it is a cornerstone of any civilised society. But what concerns us deeply […]
HAPPY 2ND BIRTHDAY TO US 💃🎊🥳🎂🎉🍾
Two years ago, Unseen Victims launched our safe social media space, we currently have 1.4k members. We are recognised at the 5th largest prison family support group (Grok, May 25) — We began this journey nervously, a little rough around the edges, but with a mission stitched tightly to its core. And what a journey it’s […]
When Love and Loyalty Cloud the Truth …
Why staying silent can cost you everything — and how asking the right questions could protect your heart, your family, and your future. Why We Must Ask Questions, Challenge Red Flags, and Learn from Lived Experience 🚩 At Unseen Victims, we walk alongside people navigating one of the most isolating and traumatic journeys imaginable—supporting someone […]
When Stigma Strikes: Families Caught in the Crossfire of Social Media
Practical guidance and accessing peer support for facing stigma, abuse and harassment online… Facing online harassment or stigma because of someone you’re supporting—like a loved one who has been arrested or jailed—can feel overwhelming. It’s important to know there are steps you can take to protect yourself and maintain your privacy and wellbeing. Here’s a […]
Championing Our Unlikely Angels: The Volunteers Transforming Lives at Unseen Victims
A HUGE Thank You to Our Team of Volunteers: Uplifting Families and Transforming Lives Every Day 💬🤝❤️✨💡💪 As Volunteers’ Week begins 01-07/06/2025, Unseen Victims is extending heartfelt thanks to its exceptional volunteers—our “unlikely angels” whose unwavering commitment makes everything possible. Drawing on their own lived experiences, they support thousands of others, showing empathy and strength […]
Response from Unseen Victims to the Independent Sentencing Review 2024–2025 (UK)
Families Left Behind: Unseen Victims Calls Out the Government’s Failure to Recognise the Role of Loved Ones in Prisoner Reintegration Unseen Victims welcomes the government’s commitment to addressing the challenges facing our criminal justice system, particularly the urgent need to reduce short custodial sentences and ease pressure on the prison estate. However, we are extremely […]
“Protecting Yourself and Your Family”: Unseen Victims Responds to Scrutiny Over Promoting Safeguarding…
Unseen Victims urges families of those arrested or jailed to prioritise their own safety and well-being above loyalty or ill informed doubt. Our UK-based support, advice and advocacy organisation Unseen Victims has faced public scrutiny and criticism recently following on from encouraging robust safeguarding, which urges loved ones supporting someone accused or convicted of a […]
Why The Unseen Victims Project Matters: A Conversation on Support, Stigma, and Strength
🎥 Video Feature: Emma Wells and Jenny Brumby on the Heart Behind The Unseen Victims Project. 💪🧡🛡️✊🌱🔗🧠🔥🧭 Watch it here: Emma Wells discusses the Unseen Victims Project with Jenny Brumby In a moving video, Unseen Victims founder Emma Wells sits down with respected local Cumbrian businesswoman and coach Jenny Brumby to share the personal and […]
Mental Health Awareness Week 12-18 05 2025
🧠💚🤝🫂💬🌱📘✨💔➡️❤️🩹💪🌈 🧠💚🌈 When someone you love goes to prison, it doesn’t just impact them — it can have a profound effect on your own mental health too. Feelings of shame, anxiety, isolation, and uncertainty are common, yet often go unspoken. At Unseen Victims, we believe no one should have to face this alone. This week, […]
Shining a Light on Hidden Struggles: Emma Wells’ Latest Substack Article…
Exposing the Forgotten Victims: How Families Bear the Burden of Youth Incarceration In light of the new Netflix series ADOLECENCE, starring Stephen Graham, Unseen Victims is taking this opportunity to highlight the often-overlooked struggles faced by families of incarcerated individuals. The series brings much-needed attention to the emotional and social impact of youth incarceration, which […]