Next Chapter Scotland
@nextchapterscotland.org.uk
💛 Support. Advocacy. Change.
📣 Standing with people & families affected by the justice system
🌍 Scotland | #SupportNotStigma
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📣 Standing with people & families affected by the justice system
🌍 Scotland | #SupportNotStigma
👉 linktr.ee/NextChapterScotland
🎥 Brand Film
There are 12.5 million people in the UK with a criminal record. Behind every number is a person, a family and a future. Everyone deserves the chance to turn the page.
There are 12.5 million people in the UK with a criminal record. Behind every number is a person, a family and a future. Everyone deserves the chance to turn the page.
November 28, 2025 at 7:04 AM
🎥 Brand Film
There are 12.5 million people in the UK with a criminal record. Behind every number is a person, a family and a future. Everyone deserves the chance to turn the page.
There are 12.5 million people in the UK with a criminal record. Behind every number is a person, a family and a future. Everyone deserves the chance to turn the page.
🎥 Stigma
A sentence ending doesn’t mean life goes back to normal. This film highlights the barriers created by stigma and the strength found in community and lived experience.
A sentence ending doesn’t mean life goes back to normal. This film highlights the barriers created by stigma and the strength found in community and lived experience.
November 28, 2025 at 7:04 AM
🎥 Stigma
A sentence ending doesn’t mean life goes back to normal. This film highlights the barriers created by stigma and the strength found in community and lived experience.
A sentence ending doesn’t mean life goes back to normal. This film highlights the barriers created by stigma and the strength found in community and lived experience.
🎥 Fear
The fear of the unknown can take over but hearing from someone who has been there can help show the way through.
The fear of the unknown can take over but hearing from someone who has been there can help show the way through.
November 28, 2025 at 7:04 AM
🎥 Fear
The fear of the unknown can take over but hearing from someone who has been there can help show the way through.
The fear of the unknown can take over but hearing from someone who has been there can help show the way through.
🎥 Isolation
When everything feels overwhelming and you don’t know who to turn to, one conversation can make you feel understood and less alone.
When everything feels overwhelming and you don’t know who to turn to, one conversation can make you feel understood and less alone.
November 28, 2025 at 7:04 AM
🎥 Isolation
When everything feels overwhelming and you don’t know who to turn to, one conversation can make you feel understood and less alone.
When everything feels overwhelming and you don’t know who to turn to, one conversation can make you feel understood and less alone.
Volunteer Open Day for women 💛
9 Dec • 1–6pm • 450 Argyle Street
A safe, supportive opportunity to build confidence, gain experience and connect. Please share with anyone who might benefit.
9 Dec • 1–6pm • 450 Argyle Street
A safe, supportive opportunity to build confidence, gain experience and connect. Please share with anyone who might benefit.
November 26, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Volunteer Open Day for women 💛
9 Dec • 1–6pm • 450 Argyle Street
A safe, supportive opportunity to build confidence, gain experience and connect. Please share with anyone who might benefit.
9 Dec • 1–6pm • 450 Argyle Street
A safe, supportive opportunity to build confidence, gain experience and connect. Please share with anyone who might benefit.
Our team was delighted to be at Wednesday’s Celebrating Recovery event with Lanarkshire Links & Stigma Free Lanarkshire 💛
If you’re running an event and would like our outreach team to attend, we’d love to hear from you.
#NextChapterScotland #SupportNotStigma
If you’re running an event and would like our outreach team to attend, we’d love to hear from you.
#NextChapterScotland #SupportNotStigma
November 14, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Our team was delighted to be at Wednesday’s Celebrating Recovery event with Lanarkshire Links & Stigma Free Lanarkshire 💛
If you’re running an event and would like our outreach team to attend, we’d love to hear from you.
#NextChapterScotland #SupportNotStigma
If you’re running an event and would like our outreach team to attend, we’d love to hear from you.
#NextChapterScotland #SupportNotStigma
Brilliant session today with IRISS reflecting on how to make social work placements stronger, more empowering, and rooted in lived experience.
When we build on the good, we build something better 💛
#NextChapterScotland #Iriss #LearningTogether
When we build on the good, we build something better 💛
#NextChapterScotland #Iriss #LearningTogether
November 13, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Brilliant session today with IRISS reflecting on how to make social work placements stronger, more empowering, and rooted in lived experience.
When we build on the good, we build something better 💛
#NextChapterScotland #Iriss #LearningTogether
When we build on the good, we build something better 💛
#NextChapterScotland #Iriss #LearningTogether
This week is #TrusteesWeek, and we want to say a huge thank you to our incredible Board. 💛
They guide our work, champion second chances and help shape a fairer future for people rebuilding after conviction.
Thinking of becoming a trustee? There’s no better time.
#NextChapterScotland #SecondChances
They guide our work, champion second chances and help shape a fairer future for people rebuilding after conviction.
Thinking of becoming a trustee? There’s no better time.
#NextChapterScotland #SecondChances
November 5, 2025 at 10:09 AM
This week is #TrusteesWeek, and we want to say a huge thank you to our incredible Board. 💛
They guide our work, champion second chances and help shape a fairer future for people rebuilding after conviction.
Thinking of becoming a trustee? There’s no better time.
#NextChapterScotland #SecondChances
They guide our work, champion second chances and help shape a fairer future for people rebuilding after conviction.
Thinking of becoming a trustee? There’s no better time.
#NextChapterScotland #SecondChances
💛 Have you or someone you love been affected by the media or community backlash after a conviction?
We’d still love to hear from you.
Your story could help shape research, influence change and challenge stigma.
📩 Email [email protected] to take part.
#JusticeReform #EndStigma
We’d still love to hear from you.
Your story could help shape research, influence change and challenge stigma.
📩 Email [email protected] to take part.
#JusticeReform #EndStigma
October 29, 2025 at 7:51 AM
💛 Have you or someone you love been affected by the media or community backlash after a conviction?
We’d still love to hear from you.
Your story could help shape research, influence change and challenge stigma.
📩 Email [email protected] to take part.
#JusticeReform #EndStigma
We’d still love to hear from you.
Your story could help shape research, influence change and challenge stigma.
📩 Email [email protected] to take part.
#JusticeReform #EndStigma
Yesterday one of our student social workers visited the Family Centre at HMP Low Moss 💛
They spoke with families about how we support people in prison.
Every conversation helps break stigma and build hope. 🌿
#NextChapterScotland #JusticeSupport #FamilySupport
They spoke with families about how we support people in prison.
Every conversation helps break stigma and build hope. 🌿
#NextChapterScotland #JusticeSupport #FamilySupport
October 17, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Yesterday one of our student social workers visited the Family Centre at HMP Low Moss 💛
They spoke with families about how we support people in prison.
Every conversation helps break stigma and build hope. 🌿
#NextChapterScotland #JusticeSupport #FamilySupport
They spoke with families about how we support people in prison.
Every conversation helps break stigma and build hope. 🌿
#NextChapterScotland #JusticeSupport #FamilySupport
👉 Been convicted of a sexual offence? You’re not alone.
Our new online training, Surviving the Storm, is built by people who’ve been there. Learn your rights, understand the system, and rebuild your future with confidence.
ℹ️ Details here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/training
Our new online training, Surviving the Storm, is built by people who’ve been there. Learn your rights, understand the system, and rebuild your future with confidence.
ℹ️ Details here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/training
October 3, 2025 at 9:54 AM
👉 Been convicted of a sexual offence? You’re not alone.
Our new online training, Surviving the Storm, is built by people who’ve been there. Learn your rights, understand the system, and rebuild your future with confidence.
ℹ️ Details here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/training
Our new online training, Surviving the Storm, is built by people who’ve been there. Learn your rights, understand the system, and rebuild your future with confidence.
ℹ️ Details here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/training
💬 Not a fan of phone calls? We’ve got you.
You can now access our Listening Ear support via Facebook Messenger, a safe non-judgmental space with trained psychology students.
📲 Message us on FB to get started.
#NextChapterScotland #ListeningEar #SupportNotStigma
You can now access our Listening Ear support via Facebook Messenger, a safe non-judgmental space with trained psychology students.
📲 Message us on FB to get started.
#NextChapterScotland #ListeningEar #SupportNotStigma
September 26, 2025 at 8:32 AM
💬 Not a fan of phone calls? We’ve got you.
You can now access our Listening Ear support via Facebook Messenger, a safe non-judgmental space with trained psychology students.
📲 Message us on FB to get started.
#NextChapterScotland #ListeningEar #SupportNotStigma
You can now access our Listening Ear support via Facebook Messenger, a safe non-judgmental space with trained psychology students.
📲 Message us on FB to get started.
#NextChapterScotland #ListeningEar #SupportNotStigma
📢 Report Launch: Amplifying Voices – What is the Point?
Today we release our landmark report on the human impact of Scotland’s justice system.
This report amplifies lived experience and calls for change Scotland cannot ignore.
👉 Read it here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/reports
Today we release our landmark report on the human impact of Scotland’s justice system.
This report amplifies lived experience and calls for change Scotland cannot ignore.
👉 Read it here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/reports
September 22, 2025 at 9:36 AM
📢 Report Launch: Amplifying Voices – What is the Point?
Today we release our landmark report on the human impact of Scotland’s justice system.
This report amplifies lived experience and calls for change Scotland cannot ignore.
👉 Read it here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/reports
Today we release our landmark report on the human impact of Scotland’s justice system.
This report amplifies lived experience and calls for change Scotland cannot ignore.
👉 Read it here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/reports
🌟 Today we’re at the Glasgow City ADP event celebrating recovery, resilience & connection. Proud to share how we support people & families affected by the justice system. 💛 #SupportNotStigma
September 20, 2025 at 2:54 PM
🌟 Today we’re at the Glasgow City ADP event celebrating recovery, resilience & connection. Proud to share how we support people & families affected by the justice system. 💛 #SupportNotStigma
💡 Have you or your family experienced The Knock?
Researcher Caroline Webster is exploring how partners & families are supported. Share your experience & help shape future services.
👉 hud.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Researcher Caroline Webster is exploring how partners & families are supported. Share your experience & help shape future services.
👉 hud.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
September 19, 2025 at 9:25 AM
💡 Have you or your family experienced The Knock?
Researcher Caroline Webster is exploring how partners & families are supported. Share your experience & help shape future services.
👉 hud.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Researcher Caroline Webster is exploring how partners & families are supported. Share your experience & help shape future services.
👉 hud.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
✨ Something big is coming ✨
Next week we launch What is the Point? Our landmark report on the human impact of Scotland’s justice system.
Be first to read it + join our Rising Voices Collective Advocacy Network 👇
eepurl.com/i0nPHA
#AmplifyingVoices #SupportNotStigma
Next week we launch What is the Point? Our landmark report on the human impact of Scotland’s justice system.
Be first to read it + join our Rising Voices Collective Advocacy Network 👇
eepurl.com/i0nPHA
#AmplifyingVoices #SupportNotStigma
September 16, 2025 at 8:56 AM
✨ Something big is coming ✨
Next week we launch What is the Point? Our landmark report on the human impact of Scotland’s justice system.
Be first to read it + join our Rising Voices Collective Advocacy Network 👇
eepurl.com/i0nPHA
#AmplifyingVoices #SupportNotStigma
Next week we launch What is the Point? Our landmark report on the human impact of Scotland’s justice system.
Be first to read it + join our Rising Voices Collective Advocacy Network 👇
eepurl.com/i0nPHA
#AmplifyingVoices #SupportNotStigma
⚖️ Scotland’s justice system is changing but for people accused, convicted or supporting a loved one, it can still feel overwhelming.
💛 We’re here with clear info and support:
👉 www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/the-cr...
#SupportNotStigma
💛 We’re here with clear info and support:
👉 www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/the-cr...
#SupportNotStigma
September 16, 2025 at 3:15 AM
⚖️ Scotland’s justice system is changing but for people accused, convicted or supporting a loved one, it can still feel overwhelming.
💛 We’re here with clear info and support:
👉 www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/the-cr...
#SupportNotStigma
💛 We’re here with clear info and support:
👉 www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/the-cr...
#SupportNotStigma
👀 Spot the change?
Our refreshed logo, designed by @mediaco-op.bsky.social, now shows a dark chapter followed by brighter pages. 📖✨
Because there’s always another page and a brighter chapter ahead. 💛
#NextChapterScotland #BrighterChaptersAhead
Our refreshed logo, designed by @mediaco-op.bsky.social, now shows a dark chapter followed by brighter pages. 📖✨
Because there’s always another page and a brighter chapter ahead. 💛
#NextChapterScotland #BrighterChaptersAhead
September 11, 2025 at 4:59 PM
👀 Spot the change?
Our refreshed logo, designed by @mediaco-op.bsky.social, now shows a dark chapter followed by brighter pages. 📖✨
Because there’s always another page and a brighter chapter ahead. 💛
#NextChapterScotland #BrighterChaptersAhead
Our refreshed logo, designed by @mediaco-op.bsky.social, now shows a dark chapter followed by brighter pages. 📖✨
Because there’s always another page and a brighter chapter ahead. 💛
#NextChapterScotland #BrighterChaptersAhead
💛 Today is #InternationalFalselyAccusedDay.
False accusations bring stigma, trauma & isolation that can last a lifetime.
At Next Chapter Scotland, we stand with those let down by the system.
Fairness. Dignity. Support.
#SupportNotStigma #LivedExperience
False accusations bring stigma, trauma & isolation that can last a lifetime.
At Next Chapter Scotland, we stand with those let down by the system.
Fairness. Dignity. Support.
#SupportNotStigma #LivedExperience
September 9, 2025 at 4:03 PM
💛 Today is #InternationalFalselyAccusedDay.
False accusations bring stigma, trauma & isolation that can last a lifetime.
At Next Chapter Scotland, we stand with those let down by the system.
Fairness. Dignity. Support.
#SupportNotStigma #LivedExperience
False accusations bring stigma, trauma & isolation that can last a lifetime.
At Next Chapter Scotland, we stand with those let down by the system.
Fairness. Dignity. Support.
#SupportNotStigma #LivedExperience
💛 Need someone who gets it?
Our Helpline is here for anyone affected by the justice system, whether it’s your conviction, an investigation, or the impact on family.
You deserve support. You deserve to be heard.
#SupportNotStigma #NextChapterScotland
Our Helpline is here for anyone affected by the justice system, whether it’s your conviction, an investigation, or the impact on family.
You deserve support. You deserve to be heard.
#SupportNotStigma #NextChapterScotland
August 25, 2025 at 5:13 PM
💛 Need someone who gets it?
Our Helpline is here for anyone affected by the justice system, whether it’s your conviction, an investigation, or the impact on family.
You deserve support. You deserve to be heard.
#SupportNotStigma #NextChapterScotland
Our Helpline is here for anyone affected by the justice system, whether it’s your conviction, an investigation, or the impact on family.
You deserve support. You deserve to be heard.
#SupportNotStigma #NextChapterScotland
✈️ Thinking about traveling with a conviction?
Even if it’s spent, you may still need to disclose it when applying for visas. Some countries can refuse entry based on past convictions.
Plan ahead. Don’t get caught out.
👉 More here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/travel
Even if it’s spent, you may still need to disclose it when applying for visas. Some countries can refuse entry based on past convictions.
Plan ahead. Don’t get caught out.
👉 More here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/travel
August 20, 2025 at 5:12 AM
✈️ Thinking about traveling with a conviction?
Even if it’s spent, you may still need to disclose it when applying for visas. Some countries can refuse entry based on past convictions.
Plan ahead. Don’t get caught out.
👉 More here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/travel
Even if it’s spent, you may still need to disclose it when applying for visas. Some countries can refuse entry based on past convictions.
Plan ahead. Don’t get caught out.
👉 More here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/travel
✈️ Thinking about traveling with a conviction?
Even if it’s spent, you may still need to disclose it when applying for visas. Some countries can refuse entry based on past convictions.
Plan ahead. Don’t get caught out.
👉 More here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/travel
Even if it’s spent, you may still need to disclose it when applying for visas. Some countries can refuse entry based on past convictions.
Plan ahead. Don’t get caught out.
👉 More here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/travel
August 20, 2025 at 5:12 AM
✈️ Thinking about traveling with a conviction?
Even if it’s spent, you may still need to disclose it when applying for visas. Some countries can refuse entry based on past convictions.
Plan ahead. Don’t get caught out.
👉 More here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/travel
Even if it’s spent, you may still need to disclose it when applying for visas. Some countries can refuse entry based on past convictions.
Plan ahead. Don’t get caught out.
👉 More here: www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/travel
💜 Today is Never Give Up Day.
It’s about the strength to keep going, the hope that fuels us, and the courage to never give up on people, dreams, or values that matter most.
Keep holding on. Keep showing up. Keep moving forward. ✨
#NeverGiveUpDay
It’s about the strength to keep going, the hope that fuels us, and the courage to never give up on people, dreams, or values that matter most.
Keep holding on. Keep showing up. Keep moving forward. ✨
#NeverGiveUpDay
August 18, 2025 at 7:45 AM
💜 Today is Never Give Up Day.
It’s about the strength to keep going, the hope that fuels us, and the courage to never give up on people, dreams, or values that matter most.
Keep holding on. Keep showing up. Keep moving forward. ✨
#NeverGiveUpDay
It’s about the strength to keep going, the hope that fuels us, and the courage to never give up on people, dreams, or values that matter most.
Keep holding on. Keep showing up. Keep moving forward. ✨
#NeverGiveUpDay
Have you experienced Scotland’s justice system?
🗣️ We want to hear your voice.
💡 Your insights will help identify where things need to improve.
🤝 You’ll be listened to, not judged
To book your place or find out more, get in touch:
📧 [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp: 07591339618
🗣️ We want to hear your voice.
💡 Your insights will help identify where things need to improve.
🤝 You’ll be listened to, not judged
To book your place or find out more, get in touch:
📧 [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp: 07591339618
August 11, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Have you experienced Scotland’s justice system?
🗣️ We want to hear your voice.
💡 Your insights will help identify where things need to improve.
🤝 You’ll be listened to, not judged
To book your place or find out more, get in touch:
📧 [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp: 07591339618
🗣️ We want to hear your voice.
💡 Your insights will help identify where things need to improve.
🤝 You’ll be listened to, not judged
To book your place or find out more, get in touch:
📧 [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp: 07591339618
Shame isn’t justice.
It isolates people long after a sentence ends but it doesn’t have to.
At Next Chapter Scotland, we believe no one should carry that weight alone.
💛 Learn more:
🔗 www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/shame
#SupportNotStigma #NextChapterScotland
It isolates people long after a sentence ends but it doesn’t have to.
At Next Chapter Scotland, we believe no one should carry that weight alone.
💛 Learn more:
🔗 www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/shame
#SupportNotStigma #NextChapterScotland
August 5, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Shame isn’t justice.
It isolates people long after a sentence ends but it doesn’t have to.
At Next Chapter Scotland, we believe no one should carry that weight alone.
💛 Learn more:
🔗 www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/shame
#SupportNotStigma #NextChapterScotland
It isolates people long after a sentence ends but it doesn’t have to.
At Next Chapter Scotland, we believe no one should carry that weight alone.
💛 Learn more:
🔗 www.nextchapterscotland.org.uk/topic/shame
#SupportNotStigma #NextChapterScotland