Stories from the frontline

Please take time to explore this series of short presentations from prison officers on the Unlocked programme. With contributions from participants in prisons across the country, you will find practical ideas and projects to be inspired by, as well as their insights on the prison officer role.

Celebrating Eid In Lockdown

Zeba explains how she delivered socially-distanced Eid celebrations at HMYOI Aylesbury.
From Prison Officer To Governor

Sabrina shares here career journey from band 3 prison officer to Governor-grade sharing tips for prison officers who want to become leaders within the service.
Lockdown In Prisons – What Is Possible?

Supporting prisoners during lockdown: How lockdown has impacted prisoners and what can prison officers still achieve during these difficult circumstances?
Race and Racism On The Landings

Chantelle wanted to create a safe space to talk about race and racism in her prison. Here she shares the challenges she faced as well as what she has achieved with the support of her Governor.
Story Telling: My Writing Competition

Ansu explains how she organised a lockdown writing competition to encourage the young people at HMYOI Feltham to find their voices.
Supporting Care Leavers In Prison

Galina realised that many of the young people she works with at HMYOI Brinsford had experienced time in the care system. Here she shares what she thinks prison officers should know about supporting care-leavers.
Supporting Younger Prisoners

Jack shares his insights into the challenges of supporting younger prisoners in the adult estate, as well as talking through what they have done at HMP Pentonville to reach this group.

Celebrating Eid In Lockdown

From Prison Officer To Governor

Lockdown In Prisons – What Is Possible?

Race and Racism On The Landings

Story Telling: My Writing Competition

Supporting Care Leavers In Prison

Supporting Younger Prisoners