Speakers: Dr Shona Minson, Centre for Criminology, University of Oxford, Tahmina Rahman, barrister, 1GC Family Law and Camilla Baldwin, solicitor at Camilla Baldwin and the founder of Not Beyond Redemption.
The ALC and FLBA are delighted to join together to host a webinar on the recent report by Dr Shona Minson, University of Oxford on the systemic barriers that hinder imprisoned mothers from participating effectively in family proceedings, thus undermining the principles of fairness and equality that are fundamental to the justice system.
Beyond the Barriers: Exploring access to family justice for women in prisons in England and Wales makes recommendations across four areas where collaborative change is necessary to address the current barriers to participation in family court proceedings for mothers in prison. These areas are, improved communication channels; training and education for social workers, lawyers, judiciary and prison staff; enhanced legal support, and improved case management.
We will hear from Dr Minson on the challenges and recommendations from her report and will hold a Q&A chaired by Tahmina Rahman, which will consider some of the implications for our practice. We will also hear from Camilla Baldwin the founder of Not Beyond Redemption, a charity providing free Family Law advice and representation to mothers in prison to assist in re-establishing and progressing the fundamental relationship between mother and child.
Please register here. This event is available to members of the ALC, FLBA and Law Society.