Wales Social Justice Conference (WSJC)

Community Justice Cymru (CJC) is a dynamic network comprising Third Sector organisations dedicated to Community Justice and Community Safety in Wales.

CJC is part of the collaborating team behind the delivery of the first Wales Social Justice Conference. Bernie Bowen-Thomson CEO of Safer Wales and Chair of CJC, is excited to be part of this event, saying:

 

“Safer Wales is thrilled to be part of delivering the first Wales Social Justice Conference. This conference provides an important opportunity for people from across sectors who are interested in social justice and particularly criminal and community justice to hear from lived experts, academics and members of the voluntary and community sector. Together, we can ensure that the partnership and co-productive principles we so strongly value in Wales are recognised and incorporated into future delivery and development in Wales.”

 

Wales Social Justice Conference (WSJC)

  • Date: Thursday 21 November 2024, 09:30 - 16:00

  • Location: Cardiff City Stadium – SOLD OUT!

This event is supported by The Waterloo Foundation and coordinated by Safer Wales, Community Justice Cymru, Inside Out Support Wales, and the Welsh Centre for Crime Social Justice and Clinks.

Thank you for your interest in the WSJC, tickets are now sold out. To be added to the reserve list, please email ccjustice2024@gmail.com.

Join us at Cardiff City Stadium for an impactful day of inspiration, collaboration, and action dedicated to the Welsh Third Sector. This dynamic event will focus on the crucial role the Community Sector plays in shaping justice delivery in Wales, and how we can strengthen partnerships to ensure a more equitable future.

Our theme, Community Sector - Core to Welsh Justice, will explore the vital contributions of the community sector within the Welsh justice system, the importance of partnership working, and practical ways to ensure the sector's continued influence in justice delivery.

 

Highlights of the day include:

  •  Lived experts speakers offering first-hand accounts and inspiring stories of change speaking thought the day.

  • Expert guest speakers from leading Third Sector organisations: such as Bernie Bowen-Thomson (Safer Wales), Bryn Hall (Clinks) & Sheila Hendrickson-Brown (C3SC), Lindsay Cordery-Bruce (WCVA).

  • Government officials sharing insights into policy and collaboration opportunities: such as Jane Hutt MS Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice & Emma Wools South Wales Police & Crime Commissioner.

  • Welsh academics providing research-based perspectives such as: Professor Kate Williams (USW), Dr Robert Jones (Cardiff University), Professor Katy Holloway (USW), Professor Iolo Madoc Jones (Wrexham University), Professor Mike Maguire (USW).

  • Opportunity for breakout sessions covering themes on Stigma, Young People, Anti-Racism, Families & Communities and Women in Justice. Supported by Third Sector partners including Abby Lewis (North Wales Women’s Centre), Samsunear Ali (BAWSO), Julia Houlston Clark (Restorative Wales), Justice Jenkins (St GilesTrust) an many more.

This event is designed for those working in, or with, the Third Sector in Wales, with a passion for justice reform and community action. This event is an opportunity to connect, learn, and take action together.

Do not miss your chance to be part of this critical conversation.

For more information on CJC please contact us on cjc@saferwales.com.

 

Written on 30th October 2024

 by Diana Fologea (CJC Coordinator)