Driven by a vision of a more just and compassionate society

I’m Mark, an advocate for rehabilitation and social reintegration

I am committed to making an impact within the criminal justice system and among individuals struggling with addiction, with a passion for fostering positive change and offering hope where it’s needed most.

With many years of experience working directly with prisoners and addicts, I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and empathy to my work. From designing and implementing innovative rehabilitation programs to providing one-on-one counselling and support.

Through my work I have played a pivotal role in breaking the cycle of recidivism and substance abuse by facilitating positive change in the life of others. By fostering a supportive and empowering environment within prisons and addiction treatment centres, I have helped individuals rediscover their sense of purpose, rebuild their lives, and envision a brighter future beyond their past struggles.

I remain steadfast in my mission to advocate for the rights and dignity of all individuals, regardless of their past mistakes or current struggles. By promoting rehabilitation, healing, and second chances, I aim to create an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute positively to their communities.

Work Experience

Registered Intermediary – Ministry of Justice

An impartial communications specialist appointed to facilitate communication between vulnerable witnesses/complainants and criminal justice professionals during police (ABE) interviews and criminal trials at court.

Drug & Alcohol Practitioner – The Forward Trust (RAPt)
HMP Swaleside, Sheppey Cluster

Working with prisoners presenting with substance misuse issues and mental health needs. Co-ordinating a therapeutic 12-step programme, facilitating group meetings and counselling individuals in recovery. Working closely with stakeholders, attending multi-agency meetings and dealing with a mixture of complex cases, vulnerable individuals and high-risk offenders.

Whole Person Recovery Manager (& Researcher) –
Royal Society of Arts (RSA), London & Kent

Project Manager for a national social ‘think-tank’, working closely in conjunction with a community drug and alcohol service provider. Offering a holistic approach to recovery to people in addiction, by encouraging a user-centred systems approach to substance use and by implementing change through stakeholder engagement and collective social effort.

Job Deal Caseworker –
St Giles Trust, Sheppey Cluster

Offering guidance to prisoners during their transition from custody to the community with the emphasis on employability and employment. A ‘through the gates’ project which encouraged individuals to engage fully and provided opportunities for them to ‘break the cycle of offending’.

Support Worker/Note-taker –
Dyslexia & Disability Support Service (DDSS), University of Kent

Dyslexia & Disability Support Service (DDSS), University of Kent Supporting students with both learning & physical needs. Including; note taking during lectures, scribing during examinations and mentoring duties.

Education

MA Criminology, Distinction 

BA (Honours) Criminology & Social Policy, 2:1

Counselling Skills, Level 2

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