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Every prisoner a reader
“At a time when politicians and policy makers are looking to try and break the cycle of reoffending, here is something we know works.”
Nick Hardwick, Chief Inspector of Prisons -
No bars to reading
“I am proud of the meaningful difference I can make in the lives of others, helping them get the building blocks together for a better life.”
A Shannon Trust Mentor -
By prisoners, for prisoners
“My son used to come to me years ago and say 'mum can you read me a book?'. And I'd go, 'I'm sorry I can't', and it really hurt.”
A Shannon Trust Learner
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Every prisoner a reader
For most of us reading is a skill we take for granted. For thousands of people in prisons, however, reading a letter from home, a job application or a newspaper is simply beyond them.
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The reading plan
The one-to-one, peer mentored approach of Shannon Trust Reading Plan appeals to prisoners who are reluctant to engage in classroom teaching, allowing them to progress at their own pace and gain confidence in themselves.
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Our volunteers
Prisoners teaching prisoners to read makes sense. But it's made possible by Shannon Trust volunteers who work with prison staff to advise, support and grow the reading plan in each prison.
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Transforming lives
The Shannon Trust Reading Plan’s peer mentored approach goes way beyond just learning to read. It builds confidence and self esteem and opens up the potential of further learning. Find out more about this by reading first hand accounts from Mentors, Learners and prison staff.
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Friends of Shannon Trust
Prisoners can not change their lives unless they have the skills to do so. This has massive social and financial implications following their release - for the individual and society as a whole. By joining Friends of Shannon Trust, you can show your support for Shannon Trust.
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