Pact

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Pact is a pioneering national charity that supports prisoners, people with convictions, and their families. We build stronger families and safer communities across England & Wales.

Graphic with a crumpled paper background and Pact logo, featuring the text: “When Anna’s dad went to prison she stopped going to school. No one understood what was going on…” designed to introduce a story about a child affected by parental imprisonment and the impact of lack of joined‑up support.
Close-up portrait of Frank Cottrell Boyce wearing a blue shirt, seated indoors with a blurred bookshelf in the background. The Pact logo appears in the top left. Overlaid text reads: “Children’s Laureate highlights Pact reading programme” and “I was seeing broken bonds repaired in real time.”
Large grey Easter bunny display surrounded by colourful paper flowers, carrots and a white picket fence, with handmade signs reading “Happy Easter” and “Hoppy Easter.”
Photograph of a Making Positive Connections feedback form. Over the centre is a white torn‑paper style overlay displaying the quote: “These sessions are really good for people like myself whose family have died.” The background shows handwritten feedback boxes beneath, and a blue border with the Pact logo in the top right corner.
Orange graphic wishing luck to Pact’s London Marathon runners. Text reads “Good luck to Pact’s London Marathon runners!” On the right, four stacked photos show the runners during training or races, labelled Rainer, Kristen, LeRon and George. Pact logo in bottom right.
Prisoners’ Families Helpline, delivered by Pact. A person in a green jumper holds another person in a corridor setting. Text lists support offered: practical information, emotional support, and help at all stages of the criminal justice process. Freephone 0808 808 2003. Open Monday–Friday 9am–8pm, Weekends and Bank Holidays 10am–3pm.
A child’s handmade thank you card on a light surface. The card shows a large rainbow‑coloured heart drawn in chalk or pastels. Over the corner is a handwritten note from a child saying thank you for helping them see their mum, with kisses drawn at the bottom. The Pact logo appears in the top right corner.
A bright pink graphic with the text “Meet our London Marathon runners!” on the left. On the right, a tilted white photo strip shows four runners in separate images: Rainer wearing a Pact running vest, Kristen smiling at an event, LeRon holding a medal after a race, and George running outdoors. Each photo is labelled with the runner’s first name. The Pact logo appears in the bottom right corner.
A woman stands indoors holding a printed staff recognition certificate. She is wearing a lanyard and jewellery, and is positioned in front of shelves filled with toys, art supplies, and children’s books. The Pact logo appears in the top right corner, and a pink banner at the bottom reads “Autism Awareness Month 2026.”
A graphic for the Prisoners’ Families Helpline delivered by Pact. The image shows two people hugging. Text on the image lists the helpline’s support: practical information, emotional support, and guidance through all stages of the criminal justice process. The Prisoners’ Families Helpline logo and freephone number 0808 808 2003 are shown, along with opening hours: Monday to Friday 9am–8pm, and Weekends and Bank Holidays 10am–3pm.
A person wearing a dark shirt holds a small child on their lap in a colourful room filled with children’s books. Overlaid text reads: “HMIP report: Family services. Family services in prisons are essential.” The words 'a nice-to-have' are crossed out.
A vibrant purple promotional poster for “Paul Whitehouse & Friends: All Star Comedy Gala,” featuring a radiant starburst background and circular framed headshots representing the performing guests. The poster lists the names Alfie Boe, John Bishop, Simon Day, Jocelyn Jee Esien, Charlie Higson, Joe Lycett, John Thomson, Arabella Weir, Paul Whitehouse, and host Mel Giedroyc. Decorative gold accents highlight the event title and details. Text at the bottom announces the date, Monday 30 March, and the venue, The London Palladium, with a note that the gala is in aid of the charity Pact.
A group of people stand together in a prison visitors' centre. At the centre a mother and daughter wearing pink tops have their arms around each other’s shoulders and backs. In the top right corner is the Pact charity logo. Text on the image reads: “International Women’s Day. Every women’s prison should have an independent, prison‑based social worker.”
A scene inside a prison corridor shows two people standing at a medical treatment window labelled “B Wing Treatments/Medical Room.” Various notices and posters cover the wall around the window. Overlaid text reads: “Social Market Foundation briefing: ‘Good prisoner health is not only a moral issue but it can also deliver wider benefits, including improved public health and reduced reoffending.’” The top right corner includes the Pact charity logo.
A potato decorated with a paper hat and drawn face, with text asking to guess the potato book character. Answers in comments!
A hand holds a chocolate‑coated ice cream bar. In front of it, a black text box displays a quote: “A few weeks ago, one person told me they hadn’t had an ice cream in three years. I bought one from the kiosk and you’d have thought I’d given them the world. Those tiny things—things we take for granted—can turn someone’s entire week around.” The Pact logo appears in the top right corner.
A colourful illustrated comic page showing a person standing with arms raised, surrounded by drawings and handwritten text about prison life. Phrases like “I have no freedom” and “I can’t choose what I do with my time” appear alongside images such as a prison door, letters, a clock, and a small drawing of two children. The page depicts restricted choices, separation from family, and daily routines in prison.
“Graphic featuring a person standing outdoors on the left side of the image, with a purple background on the right. The right side displays a quotation mark icon and text reading: ‘I’ve seen how profoundly compassionate support can shape the lives of people facing the most difficult mix of health challenges, justice involvement, and family strain.’ Beneath the quote is the name Patrick Gillespie and the title ‘Pact Trustee.’ The Pact logo appears in the lower-left corner.”
A torn paper feedback form titled “Baby Sensory Feedback for Dad.” Sections show circled responses: “Newborn” for the age of the child and “Excellent” for rating the session. A handwritten response reads: “Spending time with my family and having that little bit more normality.” The bottom portion with a 1–10 scale is partly torn away. The Pact logo appears in the lower right corner.
Close-up of two adults’ hands helping a baby or small child make a purple-painted footprint on paper. A quote is overlaid: “The only feeling in the room is love.” The Pact logo appears in the top-right corner.
An adult and a small child with blurred faces sit together on a colourful play mat surrounded by sensory toys, including a toy with buttons and lights. Overlay text reads: “We run the baby sensory sessions to remind them that just because they are in custody, this doesn’t stop them from being fathers.” The Pact logo appears in the top-right corner.
Photo showing an adult and child walking across a zebra crossing. At the top left, there is a purple label reading “Major update” and a white label with black text reading “#ScrapClause35.” Below, white text says: “We called on the Government to protect families and children by scrapping plans to name and shame people on Community Payback schemes. They listened.” At the bottom, a bold black box contains white text: “Government scraps plans to name and shame people on community sentences.” The Pact logo appears in the top right corner.
Frank Cottrell Boyce, Children's Laureate, reads to children of prisoners. In the background a poster reads, 'A new chapter is about to begin'
Teal background with black and white text. Heading reads: “Initiatives involving family members make a big difference.” Subtext notes that family-focused schemes and reading days motivate prisoners to improve literacy by connecting learning to personal lives. Pact logo at the bottom right.
Blue background with black and white text. Heading reads: “Libraries and visible reading opportunities transform engagement.” Subtext describes how accessible libraries, events, and family literacy initiatives promote reading in prisons. Pact logo at the bottom right.
Orange background with black and white text. Heading says: “Targeted interventions and specialist support matter.” Subtext highlights strategies like phonics-based teaching, peer mentoring, and family-focused schemes, emphasizing the role of specialist teachers. Pact logo at the bottom right.
Pink background with black and white text. Heading says: “A whole-prison approach is essential, from leadership to prisoners.” Subtext explains that strong reading cultures require leadership support, staff training, and integration of literacy into daily routines. Pact logo at the bottom right.
Purple background with white and black text. The main heading reads: “Reading is critical for rehabilitation and prison stability.” Subtext explains that nearly half of prisoners have reading difficulties, making it harder to access services and increasing reoffending rates. Pact logo at the bottom right.
A brightly decorated children’s play area with small chairs, a green rug, and colorful bookshelves. A teddy bear sits on a table with a sign reading “Pact.” Overlaid text says: “Five key takeaways from the HM Inspectorate of Prisons thematic report on reading in prisons.”
A blue graphic with white snowflakes and a white cloud at the top, representing stormy weather. The main text in bold black reads: “Planning a prison visit during Storm Goretti.” Below, in white text: “If you are in an affected area… Check transport before you travel. Find the phone numbers of all prison Visitors’ Centres on our website: prisonadvice.org.uk/prisons.” The Pact logo is at the bottom left corner.
An orange and white informational graphic for the Prisoners’ Families Helpline. The main text reads: “The Prisoners’ Families Helpline is here to help anyone with a loved one in prison." The listed phone number reads: "0808 808 2003 freephone.” Opening hours are listed: “Monday to Friday 9am - 8pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am - 3pm.”
Graphic reads “Operation Elf 2026” alongside the Pact charity logo. A string of polaroid-style photos hangs across the image, each showing boxes of Christmas presents. Captions on the photos read “HMP Lewes”, “HMP Ford”, and “Elves are go!”, highlighting gifts collected for families of people in prison.
A Christmas card reads: "To Pact. Would just like to thank you for everything you've done and for all your support. Without you lot I would not have been able to see my little girl on visits. I'm so grateful. Thank you."