1. Effective resettlement for prisoners and ex-offenders by supporting social and emotional aspirations 25 September 2007

2. The significance of social and emotional aspirations in working with vulnerable people
Gerard Lemos
Lemos&Crane, SupportActionNet Project Director

3. Identity Why identity is important Building a sense of independence
Developing a positive sense of self
Overcoming negative identities
Achieving personal goals

4. Relationships Why relationships are important On-going relationships
Re-establishing past relationships
Increasing the chances for love
Meeting someone new

5. Family and Friends Why family and friends are important
Mapping important relationships
Strengthening family ties
Being more outgoing
Making new friends

6. Themes to explore in thinking about prisoners and ex-offenders
Work in prisons to improve confidence, self-esteem and optimism
Work with prisoners to plan for effective resettlement
Housing and related support services for ex-offenders that foster sustainable and socially fulfilling lives
Improved partnership working to commission and deliver effective new approaches to resettlement and support