In corrections, meaningful change rarely spreads on its own. Effective work may begin in one prison, one programme, or one community team—yet never reach the people and places that need it next.

For that reason, the Practice Transfer Advisory Committee’s 2026 theme is Mental Health & Lived Experience.

This year, we are prioritising practice transfer where it has the greatest impact: strengthening mental health support in corrections, informed and guided by people with lived experience of the system.

What to expect in the months ahead

• Practical, evidence-informed approaches that work in real-world settings—ready to use, adapt, and share.
• Lived experience recognised as expertise, because the most effective solutions are developed with those most affected.
• Resource releases designed for immediate application, including tools and recommended reading to support implementation in your jurisdiction.

In September 2026, we will host webinar, bringing together perspectives from across the UK and Ireland, including lived experience speakers, to examine how peer support operates in different systems, and what is required to ensure it is safe, credible, and effective.