Switchback Trainees are five times less likely to return to custody.
Through consistent, motivational relationships with a Switchback Mentor on both sides of the prison gate, we support young Londoners to change their relationship with society.
We share what we’ve learned to inspire change across the justice system and beyond.
Winner
Longford Prize 2019
Shortlisted
Charity of the Year, Charity Times Awards 2019
Shortlisted
Criminal Justice Alliance Outstanding Organisation 2017
Winner
Robin Corbett Award for Prisoner Re-Integration 2016
60%
of Switchback Trainees reach our benchmark of Real, Lasting Change: a fundamental shift in mindset and lifestyle
56%
of Switchback Trainees move into long-term work, education or training – compared to only 10% of prison-leavers nationally six weeks after release.
91%
of Switchback Trainees do not reoffend within a year of release. Compared to around half of prison-leavers nationally, only 9% of Switchback Trainees reoffend.
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Switchback welcomes the publication of the interim Independent Sentencing Review today. We are pleased to see this review conclude that prison is being over-used in this country and that we…
Switchback welcomes the Lord Chancellor’s acknowledgement that swift and significant action is needed for the probation service to achieve its aim of reducing reoffending. We agree that everyone leaving prison…
Switchback's Written Evidence to the Independent Sentencing Review 2024 to 2025: Call for Evidence. Experts by Experience Insight: “I told them I was having issues where I live and they…
Switchback submitted to the Justice Select Committee inquiry on rehabilitation and resettlement: ending the cycle of reoffending. It is strategically important for us to contribute to this inquiry, as the…
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”Switchback shows that if you really want to change lives, this is exactly the approach that makes sense. The lesson from Switchback is that providing that trust, that human relationship is central for change"
Rory Stewart OBE, Former Minister for Prisons
”Seeing my Switchback Mentor in prison meant I already knew her once I got out. She understands me and understands the journey I’m taking. If I was doing it by myself I reckon things would have gone off track by now."
Daniel, Switchback Trainee
”Training in the cafe after prison meant I kept busy, so I didn’t fall back into something else. I got really into making coffee and I love working now. I never thought I would be able to say that but I just love it!”
James, Barista and former Switchback Trainee
