Growth,InnovationandRecognition:Our2024 – 25Impact!
This year has been a landmark one for Spark Inside — a year of growth, innovation, and recognition as we continue to champion the power of coaching in the criminal justice system.
Check out our highlights below and read the full impact report here
Individual Change
- 274 young people began their Hero’s Journey
“You can either wish things were different or be the change you want to see. I chose the latter. After years of planning, sketching, taking notes, and learning, coaching became exactly what I needed”
- 56 young Black and Mixed Heritage men began their Black Hero’s Journey
“Understanding that it’s not about changing myself or how I look, but rather understanding why these perceptions exist and what I can do to help myself.”
- Two cohorts of women have been supported to build the confidence and clarity to tackle challenges like self-esteem, family relationships, and planning for release.
“I’ve got my mojo back! Since the last session, I’ve applied for loads of jobs and I’ve got two interviews next week!”
Institutional Change
- 50 prison staff members received coaching, supporting them in their wellbeing, to manage stress and build resilience in an environment that continues to be extremely challenging.
“Your sessions gave me the space to openly express my successes and failures without fear of judgment. Instead of feeling criticized, I felt guided- encouraged to reflect, learn and find my own path forward.”
- We completed the first pilot of The Conversation, our systems coaching programme which brings together prison staff and residents, using Deep Democracy to enhance relationships, improve empathy, and support sustained, positive cultural change on prison wings.
“I witnessed profound listening, deepening of understanding and real shifts in relationships.”
Systemic Change
- Building on the momentum of our ongoing Being Well Being Equal Campaign, in March 2025 we held our second roundtable, bringing together policymakers and practitioners in the justice and health sector, alongside Spark Inside Champions.
- In the past year our 8 Champions have made monumental contributions to Spark Inside, including speaking at our policy, influencing and fundraising events, supporting us in staff recruitment, and contributing to our Black Hero’s Journey report [link].