Welfare and Advocacy

The core of our work is with women in prison and their families, we work with women on remand, sentenced and soon to be released. During the past year we visited 11 prisons and have worked in a welfare capacity with over 1500 women. We organise both group and individual sessions. For the group sessions we invite speakers  from various agencies including the Embassies, Sentence and Enforcement Unit, HM Immigration, and other NGOs and representatives from the legal profession to address the groups and listen to the women's concerns.

The UK female prison population has mushroomed in recent years, there are currently 4,483 women in prison. The detention of women, in comparison to men, has specific ramifications. Firstly it is mostly women who provide emotional and physical care for families, they also contribute significantly to household finance. Their incarceration leads to hardship for the families and can result in children being taken into care. Secondly, with the exception of two or three prisons, women are detained within a system and environment designed for the needs of male prisoners.

We provide a practical, impartial and supportive service to women who have often suffered stigma, discrimination and abuse. Please browse our website for up to date information on our work or contact us at the address below if you have a specific question or need advice.

FPWP/Hibiscus
12 Angel Gate
320 City Road
London EC1V 2PT