Hope - the exit ramp from crime: Callum Hutchinson
Humane Justice
Callum Hutchinson has navigated the criminal justice system since he was 16 years old. All his crimes were closely connected to alcohol abuse, but not once was it suggested to him that he should address his use of drink. In his essay, Callum describes in extraordinary detail what happened when he was stabbed nine times during a violent assault. He goes on to explain how he was offered an exit ramp from crime.
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A Matter Of Life and Death: Brenda Birungi
Humane Justice
Brenda Birungi, AKA Lady Unchained, works to prove that there is life after prison.
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Random Acts of Kindness: The Tartan Con
Humane Justice
Michael Campbell, aka The Tartan Con, served over four years in prisons across the country.
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The Butterfly Effect: Mr Gee
Humane Justice
Mr Gee has performed poetry for two decades. He specialises in running poetry workshops and has vast experience of working in prisons.
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Seeing the Person: Tanjit Dosanjh OBE
Humane Justice
Tanjit Dosanjh is an optometrist. When his father went to prison, he decided he wanted to help people in prison by using his professional skills.
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The Light Of Compassion Will Shine Brightest In The Darkest Places: Jayne Richards
Humane Justice
Jayne Richards works for the criminal justice charity Catch 22.
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Starting Monday: Humane Justice
Humane Justice
Humane Stories is a brand new series we've made with the charity Khulisa. It tells six stories from people who know life behind bars, through living or working there. They’ll be sharing their own stories of the kindness, hope and compassion that have touched them. These are moving, honest stories which may change your view of life in prison. There are moments of surprise and emotion, there are a few tears, but more than anything these stories will show how simple acts of kindness can change lives – and indeed can save lives. These stories are from a book called Humane Justice, which is...
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Talking with a hate criminal: Tehmina Kazi
Humane Justice
Tehmina Kazi develops restorative justice with communities and individuals affected by hate crime in London. She works for the charity Why Me, who campaign for greater access for victims of crime to restorative justice throughout England and Wales?
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Kids who commit crime: Enver Solomon
Humane Justice
Enver Solomon is Chief Executive of the charity Just For Kids Law. They work to ensure the legal rights of young people and children are respected.
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The case for decriminalisation: Mark Alexander
Humane Justice
Mark Alexander is a former student of Rugby School and King’s College London who was imprisoned in 2010 at the age of 22. He has since completed both his undergraduate and postgraduate law degrees in prison, as well as achieving Grade 8 piano.
info_outlineSteve Shill has been in prison since 2006. Age 49, he’s worked in call centres, he’s managed pubs, and he’s worked for the Ministry of Defence.
Steve’s essay is being read by an actor.
It’s entitled: Encourage or punish? It sets out some thoughts from behind bars on what constitutes a suitable consequence for people who commit crimes.