Conviction (British non-profit company)

United Kingdom-based non-profit company

Conviction

Formation| April 2017; 8 years ago (2017-04)
Founder| Ryan Jarvis[1]
Founded at| Manchester, England
Type| Nonprofit
Legal status| foundation
Purpose| Activism, Reform, Justice
Location|

* Manchester, England

Locations|

* Manchester

Region served

| England & Wales
Fields| Law, Policy, Advocacy

Official language

| English

Service Manager & Criminal Justice Advocate

| Ryan Jarvis.[2]

Main organ

| Board of Members
Affiliations| Criminal Justice Hub
Award(s)| Best Criminal Justice NPO 2020
Website| https://www.conviction.org.uk

Conviction is a United Kingdom-based non-profit association.[3] Founded by Ryan Jarvis, Conviction states that its mission is to help people and communities navigate and have a voice in the criminal justice system in England and Wales. The organisation is volunteer-led and provides advocacy, legal casework support, and engages in policy work to ensure fair treatment and access to essential resources.

## History

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Conviction was founded in April 2017 by Ryan Jarvis. The primary aim was to assist incarcerated individuals who lacked financial resources to access proper guidance and support. As the demand for support grew, Conviction expanded its services to offer comprehensive help, advice, and guidance throughout the entire criminal justice journey.

### Timeline

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* April 2017: Conviction was established as a charitable company and became a member of Clinks, which supports the voluntary sector working with individuals in the criminal justice system.
* April 2018: Launch of the online Criminal Justice Hub[4] resource and membership with NCVO, an organisation for charities and community groups in England.
* June 2019: Introduction of a policy area focusing on Autism in the Criminal Justice System.
* April 2020: Awarded Best Criminal Justice NPO of the Year[5] by SME News Legal Awards.

## Services

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### Criminal justice advocacy

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Conviction provides professional independent criminal justice advocacy services to help people and communities navigate the criminal justice system. This includes ensuring fair treatment and effective participation in legal processes.

### Legal casework support

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The organisation offers comprehensive casework support, assisting individuals with managing their legal cases through expert advice and guidance.

### Policy work

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Conviction engages in policy discussions and advocates for positive change within the criminal justice system. The organisation works to influence policies to create a more equitable system.

### Criminal Justice Hub

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The Criminal Justice Hub is an online resource aimed at empowering individuals and enhancing community understanding of the criminal justice system. It includes:

* Information and guides: Providing essential information on various aspects of the criminal justice system.
* Support and advocacy: Offering support services to those affected by the system.
* News and updates: Keeping the community informed with the latest developments in criminal justice.
* Community and forums: Facilitating community engagement through forums and discussions.

## Impact and recognition

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Conviction has been recognised for its efforts in advocating for individuals within the criminal justice system. The organisation's achievements include the Best Criminal Justice NPO of the Year award by SME News Legal Awards in 2020.[5]

## Volunteer involvement

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Conviction relies on volunteers to maximise its resources. The organisation benefits from the commitment of volunteers who contribute their time and expertise to support its mission.

## References

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1. ^ "Conviction Website". Retrieved 16 July 2024.
2. ^ "Companies House". Retrieved 16 July 2024.
3. ^ "CONVICTION C.I.C. overview - Find and update company information - GOV.UK". find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk. Retrieved 2024-07-11.
4. ^ "Criminal Justice Hub | Official Website". Criminal Justice Hub. Retrieved 2024-07-11.
5. ^ a b "Conviction (2020 Winner: Legal Awards)". SME News. Retrieved 2024-07-11.

## External links

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* Autism Services Directory Listing at National Autistic Society
* Conviction Facebook Page
* Conviction Website
* CIC Registration Entry at Companies House
* Clinks Directory Profile
* Criminal Justice Hub Website
* Independent Provider of Services Profile at NHS.UK
* Service Directory Listing at Manchester City Council