by women who have been in prison, for women leaving prison
There are significantly less women in prison compared to men. Most services for prison leavers are geared towards males. The challenges faced by women leaving custody are complex and vast.
Release Mates Women is delivered by solely by our female team who have left prison and gone on to live meaningful lives. This enables Release Mates Women to provide a service rooted in compassion, empathy, and understanding.
Release Mates Women takes a person-centred, holistic approach in its support of women leaving prison. Each person is supported with a unique package, tailored to their needs.
Freedom from addiction and the criminal justice system allows people to thrive. Many women we work with do not realise their own potential and the support on offer to help them.
All our team have overcome trauma and adversity to live a life they are worthy of and use this to help others achieve the same
Each beneficiary of Release Mates Women is matched with a support worker who has overcome similar issues to them. Our team is trauma informed, ensuring a caring and compassionate delivery of lived experience. The team supports female prison leavers for up to 12 months after release, helping them to achieve their goals
If you have left a female prison and are finding things difficult, please call Abby on:
All calls are confidential