kerry knox

Head of Family Support at Families Outside

[kerry knox @ksknox]

Whether you work in Justice, Health, Education or Children and Families, our conference will be relevant to you. We all have a responsibility in Scotland to evidence how we are embedding the UNCRC into practice. Come and join us and be part of the conversation!

[Families Outside @FamiliesOutside]

Join us on the 15th of May for our Falling Through the Gaps conference to be part of engaging talks, insightful workshops, and opportunities to meet other people who are passionate about making a difference. Learn more and purchase your ticket here https://t.co/WRVJLgKMZ6.

[kerry knox @ksknox]

To say I’m proud of the team we have @FamiliesOutside is an understatement, they amaze me every single day with the work they do. It’s vital that we recognise that in a number of ways, and regularly stop to acknowledge them as individuals and their feelings. Thank you, team!

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Great start to the development day, talking about navigating change, what do we need to support change and move forward positively. Alongside this there was a story about elephants, penguins, and Queen Latifa - who knew! @FamiliesOutside

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Looking fwd to welcoming the family support team @FamiliesOutside to the development day. There’s nothing quite like connecting with your peers, and building stronger bonds. Gorgeous views on the way.

[kerry knox @ksknox]

Some of the things I heard today at the @SacroScotland staff conference. “Doing nothing isn’t an option” “no criminal justice without social justice” “getting it right for families, gets it right for children” “relational wealth is the antidote to adversity”

[kerry knox @ksknox]

If I ever needed a reason to be reminded of why I do the job I do, I found it today at the @SacroScotland staff conference. Thanks for inviting us (@FamiliesOutside) along. It’s great to work with an organisation with shared values.

[Families Outside @FamiliesOutside]

On 2nd November we are holding an event for families who have lost a loved one in prison. This is an opportunity to come together and remember those who are no longer with us, through mutual support and without judgement. To learn more, visit our website https://t.co/hK8JFsULAV

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@acrosstheond @BBCScotland @AConstance23 @ScotParl @scotgov @scottishprisons We support @scotgov following the evidence around what works and we look forward to hearing what further measures will be introduced to reduce the prison population. Action is needed and we know that appropriate community based measures can be more effective than time served.

[Families Outside @FamiliesOutside]

@acrosstheond @BBCScotland @AConstance23 @ScotParl During the emergency release & pre-release planning we have seen a lack of family involvement – this can put unnecessary pressure on families. We urge @scotgov & @scottishprisons to consider the impacts on families when they are putting measures in place.

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🧵Tonight our CEO @acrosstheond speaks to @BBCScotland about the statement @AConstance23 provided at @ScotParl this afternoon on early release for people in prison. Overcrowding serves no one and it has implications that stretch beyond prison walls, impacting families left behind

[Families Outside @FamiliesOutside]

Day 1 of #ChallengePoverty Week is about housing.

When a loved one goes to prison, families lose income, face eviction, or struggle with rent arrears, trapping them in poverty. These families must no longer be hidden — the impact goes far beyond prison walls. #CPW24

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#ChallengePoverty Week Day 2 is about transport.

For families with a loved one in prison, the cost & availability of transport can deepen poverty. Visiting prison often means long, expensive journeys, leaving many unable to stay connected. Affordable transport is crucial. #CPW24

[Families Outside @FamiliesOutside]

We sent a joint letter to @AConstance23 @S_A_Somerville and @FionaHyslop calling for urgent cross-portfolio recognition and response to the challenges facing families when travelling to visit loved ones in Scottish prisons. Read our letter here https://t.co/6VEb9vJFwf

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📢 Closing soon!
We’re looking for motivated people who are passionate about making a difference for families impacted by imprisonment! Does this sound like you? ✔️ Check out our vacancies for our Support team in the East & apply before Friday 10th May - https://t.co/la8prSQtBR

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In March our Regional Manager for the North visited Orkney to deliver Child Impact Assessment training 📝 Feedback was positive with many saying they now felt better positioned to support young people in Orkney affected by imprisonment 🌟 Thank you @OrkneyCouncil for having us!

[kerry knox @ksknox]

We @FamiliesOutside are delighted to work with interested local authorities to raise awareness of this and how we can embed it into practice. Please do get in touch if you would like more information. Contact [email protected]

[kerry knox @ksknox]

Children with a parent in prison deserve the right support at the right time & most importantly have their views heard, the ‘this is me’ toolkit is the perfect way for this to happen, and anyone can support the use of it.

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New blog🖋️Sarah Beresford @PRTuk outlines how @PerthandKinross @FamiliesOutside are ensuring that children with a parent in the justice system get the support they need: "Action is exactly what young people want... They need something to change.” ⬇️ https://t.co/EEKT6QG48o

[kerry knox @ksknox]

@Shumela_MDofRLP Love this!!

[Families Outside @FamiliesOutside]

Thank you to Dundee Volunteer & Voluntary Action for featuring our Stronger Together event on their website! If you haven't registered for your free ticket, visit our website now! 😊
https://t.co/R5R6VtErE5

[kerry knox @ksknox]

Come and join our passionate and fantastic team, if you would like to help make a difference for families affected by imprisonment then check out our vacancies.

[Families Outside @FamiliesOutside]

📢Join our team! We have new vacancies available within our Support team for the East! If you're interested, we want to hear from you! Learn more via our website - https://t.co/C4xR86Ozqy