Rising Prison Population: How to Support Loved Ones When Arrested or Jailed in the UK
New Checklist Helps Families Navigate the UK Criminal Justice System https://www.canva.com/design/DAGPhKkxIQY/kQGaQhFqRg-FpQGi-L9KWA/view?utm_content=DAGPhKkxIQY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor The Unseen Victims Community Interest Company has developed a comprehensive checklist to assist families dealing with the complexities of the UK criminal justice system. The checklist focuses on empowering families to take proactive steps when a loved one is arrested or imprisoned, rather than […]
Unseen Victims Advocates for Justice and Support on Unity News Network
What is happening in our prisons? (rumble.com) @ 30 mins into the broadcast. Cumbria, 8th September 2024 The Unseen Victims Project, a leading organisation offering support, advice and advocacy for families and loved ones who are supporting a person caught up in journey through the UK Criminal Justice System. Founder, Emma Wells, made a […]
Judicial Discretion Revived Amidst Social Unrest: A Mother’s Plea Prompts Unprecedented Delay in Sentencing
A recent article written by Emma Wells which discusses the importance of fair mitigation and judicial discretion. Letters of support from loved ones are a cruical aspect of assisting judges with handing down fair sentances. Has this part of the sentancing process been willfully neglected in the haste to jail as many law breakers as […]
A message to eveyone who is starting out on a journey supporting a loved one either arrested or jailed.
A little bit of perspective… Only 2 weeks ago, thousands of UK residents had absolutely no idea that they would be waking up this morning, 11-08-24, to an absolute nightmare. Who could ever have predicted …. That a group of little girls who were excited about attending a dance class the following […]
UNSEEN VICTIMS: Celebrating a Milestone Year of Empowerment and Advocacy
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGevD9Csb/ UNSEEN VICTIMS: Celebrating a Milestone Year of Empowerment and Advocacy Summer 2024 – A Year to Remember! Embrace, Empower, Elevate, and Educate What a Year! As we commemorate our first anniversary as a Community Interest Company, we reflect on an incredible year of growth, success, and unwavering support for our community. From expanding our […]
High Costs of Prison Visits in the UK: A Hidden Burden on Families
By Emma Wells, Founder, Unseen Victims UV prison profit report (canva.com) No one expects to find themselves supporting a loved one in prison, yet it can happen to anyone at any time, for any reason. Alongside the immense emotional strain, families face significant financial challenges that often go unnoticed. A recent report by Unseen Victims […]
A chat with Author and Campaigner Jared Whitaker
We have had a break from creating content recently as we have been working on our digital strategy. Anyway, things are looking great and we hope that you are enjoying the new website design? Our founder, Emma has been chatting with Jared Whitaker, fellow author, campaigner and all round decent chap about our what Unseen […]
Are you an “Unseen Victim” Spotting the Signs: Are You an Unseen Victim in the UK Criminal Justice System?
Filmed in “not so sunny Haverigg” by the amazing Lexie Liebhart and Whamos Ltd Whamos Training and Development CIC Funded By Cumbria Community Foundation – Connecting People Who Care With Causes That Matter (cumbriafoundation.org) Recognising these signs is the first step toward seeking help and finding support. The Unseen Victims Community Interest Company provides the […]
Unseen Victims Project Receives Boost with Lancaster University Internships
Millom, Cumbria – 14/05/24 – Emma Wells, founder of the Unseen Victims Project, has announced a partnership with Lancaster University to further her mission of supporting families affected by crime. This collaboration brings new funding and resources. Helping to […]
Seeking Trustees & Volunteers
As The Unseen Victims Project grows we are reaching out to anyone who can assist us with various roles within the organisation. We aren’t asking for full time commitment to the role but someone who feels that they could add some value to the work that we are already doing and offer insight from either […]