We are proud to announce that we have been chosen as a winner at the Guardian Charity Awards 2011
Pictured (from left to right): Jane Asher (President, Arthritis Care, Parkinson’s UK and the National Autistic Society); Christopher Stacey, Julie Harmsworth and Chris Bath from Unlock; and Jonathan Pryce (Actor and Patron of Friendship Works).
“Remarkable and inspiring story of the chief executive turning their life around” – Jane Asher
“Brilliant, very positive story” – Baroness Howarth
“Offering the long-term support needed after prison” – Pauline Broomhead
“Use of online and media is great – shows huge potential” – Caroline Diehl MBE
“A positive story tackling controversial issues” – Judges summary
Find out more about the judges and the awards.
The video below was filmed as part of the Guardian Charity Award
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