What role do hobbies play in your child’s life? In Finland & Iceland, national policy supports children and young people to have free access to hobbies. Parenting across Scotland want to know if parents & carers in Scotland think this could work here! forms.office.com/e/NzC7BS9yTB

HMP Edinburgh have welcomed 15 families to enjoy a series of movie nights in the establishment. With popcorn and sweet treats aplenty, the children were able to enjoy quality time with their dads. Thank you to Officers Kerry and Rebecca for a organising!

🚨 We’re hiring! Families Outside is looking for a Support & Information Services Manager to lead and develop our frontline support for families affected by imprisonment. 🗓️ Apply by Sunday 6th July 📍 Edinburgh-based with flexibility for hybrid working 🔗 ow.ly/nzF450WeC7T

Safe onward travels from Seoul to all who attended this year’s INCCIP conference! Truly an unforgettable one, in all the best ways 🥰 #Seum

Special thanks to this year’s hosts, the incredible #Seum, for doing such a spectacular job hosting our global conference this year. Missing you all already!

Absolutely delighted to receive this endorsement! Thanks, Miriam 🥰

On the 17th of August, Skye runs a half marathon in memory of her brother Chris 💜 Every mile supports Families Outside & the families we help. 👉 Read Skye's story and support her run here: totalgiving.co.uk/mypage/skyesha…

Positive news 💙 Families from Scotland’s islands visiting a loved one in prison can now apply for up to £200 a year towards travel for 2 visits. For more info & to apply, click here 👉 …l-support.form.service.justice.gov.uk Scottish Prison Service

Join our training to better support families affected by imprisonment. Whether you work directly with these families or want to increase your knowledge, this session will equip you with practical skills and insights. 📅 Wednesday 17th September 👉 Sign up: tickettailor.com/events/familie…

🏃‍♀️ This Sunday, Skye runs a half marathon in memory of her brother Chris 💙 We’ll be cheering her on with our banner & helping her raise vital funds for families affected by imprisonment. 👉 Donate: totalgiving.co.uk/mypage/skyesha…

🏃‍♀️ Today’s the day! Skye’s running the half marathon in memory of her brother Chris and has smashed her fundraising goal! 🎉 You can still donate & support her. Spot us with our banner? Come say hi! 💙 👉 totalgiving.co.uk/mypage/skyesha…

Please join us for our next webinar! eventbrite.com.au/e/rights-tools…

Our article on What Happens Next shares how the booklet was created with families, for families. 💙 One family member told us: “If I hadn’t had Families Outside for support… it gave me hope & made me feel less alone.” 👉 Read about the process: familiesoutside.org.uk/what-happens-n…

Yesterday we joined families at Scottish Parliament to share experiences with the Criminal Justice Committee’s inquiry into substance misuse in prisons. A powerful reminder: the harm isn’t only inside prison walls, families on the outside are affected too 💙 Audrey Nicoll MSP Liam Kerr

💙 Thanks to Midlothian Community Justice Partnership for having us! We shared a first look at our new doc with Edinburgh College + are proud to release it now 🎬 🙌 These films help tackle stigma + highlight the importance of supporting families affected by imprisonment.

💚 Children with parents in prison often feel invisible. Your kindness can help them feel seen and supported. Join the NSPCC #KindnessChallenge + explore our support and resources at familiesoutside.org.uk 🌟

Families told us the hardest part was “not knowing where to turn.” That’s why What Happens Next was created - with families, for families. 💙 👉 ow.ly/Mc7o50WTXPO This resource helps answer the questions families face in those first difficult days.

Please try to complete the survey by Monday, 8th October.

💙 We’re proud to support #ChallengePoverty Week 2025. Families affected by imprisonment are too often pushed into hardship. This week we’ll share stories & resources to show the impact & the change needed. 👉 Learn more: povertyalliance.org/cpw/ #WeDemandBetter

“When a loved one goes to prison, the whole family does the sentence.” 💙 Our new documentary shines a light on families’ experiences & why support matters. 🎬 Watch here: vimeo.com/1118786675