Empowering Lives Through Compassion and Evidence
Transforming Justice
Our Vision
We serve individuals who society has disadvantaged
About Us
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Our Approach
Learn more about how we empower individuals with lived experience, advocate for system-level change, and drive solutions that prevent crime and promote social and political change.
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Our Values
Explore the core principles that guide our work, from prioritising empathy and respect to championing evidence-based solutions and fostering collaboration.
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Child First Approach
Discover how our Child First approach places children at the heart of justice interventions, aiming to break the cycle of reoffending by prioritising their best interests.
Donate
Support our efforts by making a donation. Your contribution enables us to continue advocating for change, implementing evidence-based solutions, and empowering individuals with lived experience.
“The Free Talk has really set the bar for how to work with people who have lived experience and make real changes to improve the criminal justice system.”
What We Do
Programs and Initiatives
Delve into our diverse programs and initiatives that focus on system reform, empowerment, prevention, and collaboration. Learn how we create meaningful change and drive progress in justice reform.
About
The Free Talk Programme is dedicated to providing tools and support to individuals who have been disadvantaged by society. Our holistic approach for adults and the Child First Approach for young people help create a positive mindset and new ways of thinking. By recognising the impulses that lead to offending behaviour, we empower individuals to cultivate positive attitudes, relationships, behaviours, and cultures.
Results after 6 Months
Who we work with
Working in Avon and Somerset from our Bristol Head Office in conjunction with police, probationary services, DWP, social services, education sector and the Ministry of Justice we work one to one and small groups with people either involved in or slipping towards:
Programme Overview
Our 12-week course is designed to meet the unique needs, abilities, and strengths of each individual. Led by our experienced team, the program incorporates discussion and user input, allowing attendees to actively participate and gain insights. Throughout the course, we cover essential topics such as environment, relationships, triggers, habits, emotions, behaviour, budgeting and debt management, transferable skills, changing habits, making different choices, basic life skills, and users' values.
Results Post 12 Week Free Talk Programme
