VOLUNTEER
PAS NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
"I wanted to direct my legal studies towards areas of law in which I am genuinely interested. To this extent, the PAS has given me the opportunity to develop my knowledge with regard to penal law, criminal law, and human rights law. The work done for the PAS has provided me with a high level of responsibility. It has given me the chance to think about and provide solutions to many varied legal problems."
The Prisoners' Advice Service is always in need of keen volunteers interested in gaining experience in a prison law environment. We have a small number of caseworkers, and with over 80,000 people in prison in England and Wales, a huge number of queries – therefore volunteer support is invaluable to us, and makes a very real difference in enabling prisoners to access legal information and to defend their legal rights.
Volunteer duties include sending general information to clients and other prisoners as directed by the legal caseworkers or senior solicitor, writing to clients with information about their specific cases and responding to general letters from prisoners. Duties also include basic admin work: photocopying, filing, typing etc. Our volunteers are expected to commit to one day a week for at least three months. An expense allowance is provided.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer at PAS please send an email to admin@prisonersadvice.org.uk. A volunteer form can be downloaded directly here:
VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM
If you require advice concerning a prison matter please email advice@prisonersadvice.org.uk
For more information please see the full job description:
VOLUNTEER JOB DESCRIPTION