Chris’ story
“When I first met A Fairer Chance, I had only been out of prison for two months after serving three years of a five year sentence for possession with intent to supply class A drugs. If I am completely honest, because of the conviction I had and the length of sentence I received, I thought there was no hope of getting work. I’m not a pessimist but in the back of my head I was sure I would end up needing to break the law to survive. I have two young sons to provide for and I felt helpless…
Ossie’s story
“I contacted Rozie at A Fairer Chance, as their website displayed many good news stories of ex-offenders gaining employment and starting successful careers. Instantly Rozie began to seek career opportunities for me within large organisations. She got in touch with me one day to advise me that Transport for London (TfL) had six month placement positions in their Projects Department. I didn’t hesitate to ask her to please put me forward…”
Shaun’s Story
Shaun was released from HMP Pentonville in Feb 2012 having served 6 years of a 12 year sentence. He was referred to A Fairer Chance by a great prison officer who said Shaun was the hardest grafter he’d ever met…
Somayeh’s Story
Somayeh was a serving prisoner, nearing the end of her sentence for a non-violent crime. She had completed her unpaid work stage and was working with the A Fairer Chance advisor based in Kent…
Carrie’s Story
We spent time drawing out Carrie’s skills and abilities and guided her through a range of confidence building exercises before searching out opportunities for this talented young woman…
Nina’s Story
Nina was determined to keep her employment. Together with AFC we negotiated with her new prison establishment, and her employers at the store where she worked, to find a way we could maintain Nina’s employment, thereby greatly improving her chances of having a job on release and not re-offending…
Reese’s Story
A Fairer Chance first mReeseet Reese at a jobs fair in HMP/YOI Isis in September 2014, as he was reaching the end of a combined sentence of over two years. This was his second time in prison. In his own words, serving his first sentence was, “like youth camp”, but the second, “like hell”. Having lost control of his life, he decided to stop smoking cannabis and sought guidance within the prison to find out how he could start a career on release. His dream was to become a work advisor and mentor, building on an Information, Advice and Guidance qualification, but when he sought guidance from advisors working inside the prison, he was advised this wasn’t an option due to his criminal record.
Lauren’s Story
“Being in work has made a massive difference to my life…”
Kevin’s Story
“After looking for work for over 6 months I can’t believe how quickly A Fairer Chance found me something. I would recommend anyone who has been released from prison to AFC. I really appreciate their help.”
Marcos’ Story
We saw great potential in Marcos and knew given the right opportunity he could build himself a good career and fulfil his potential. He really wanted to learn a trade and build up his skills. He was living in Walthamstow, an area of urban deprivation with high levels of unemployment, and he was struggling to find work.
Sarah’s Story
“Obviously, one day I would like my own restaurant or catering company but I would like to spend a few years working under people and learning as much as possible. Different cuisines, different styles, and find out what I enjoy and work as a head chef somewhere. I want to learn as much as I can!”