Community partnerships

Community

Strong community ties are essential

We work with a number of partner organisations, community groups and individuals to help those in our care build skills, confidence, and positive connections for life beyond prison. 

Working together for rehabilitation

  • Volunteer opportunities

    We welcome volunteers in a variety of roles, including:

    • Chaplaincy & Pastoral Care – support faith activities or provide one-to-one listening and guidance.
    • Official Prison Visitors – offer friendship to women with no outside visitors.
    • Through the Gate – support women on their day of release.
    • Community Chaplaincy Mentoring – help women resettle and break the cycle of reoffending.
    • Tea Bar – welcome visitors with refreshments.
    • Specialist Skills – share expertise in areas like education, arts, gardening or languages.

     

    For volunteering enquiries, email: bfchaplaincy@sodexogov.co.uk.

  • Partnerships

    Strong community ties are essential. A great example is our partnership with the Women’s Institute (WI). Bronzefield was the first prison-based WI branch, run by prisoners, helping women gain confidence and skills. On release, WI membership provides a proud link to a national network.

    If your organisation would like to work with us, email: bf.employmenthub@sodexogov.co.uk.

  • Other ways to help

    You can support by donating:

    • Smart black clothes (for court) and casual clothes for discharge.
    • Wool for knitting projects.
    • Faith books - recent and in good condition.
    • Plants/seeds for gardening.
    • Basic toiletries for women leaving prison.