At The View Magazine, we believe storytelling is more than art, it is a powerful tool for truth, justice, and social change. Too often, depictions of prisons, probation, and justice systems in media are inaccurate, perpetuating myths and reinforcing systemic failures. Our consultancy service exists to challenge these distortions and to bring authenticity, credibility, and dignity into creative and journalistic work.
Drawing on the expertise of academic thinkers, legal professionals, and women with lived experience, we provide consultancy at a fixed rate of £100 per hour. This service is designed for theatre groups, writers, producers, screenwriters, and media organizations who want to ensure their work reflects reality while retaining creative integrity.
Why Storytelling Matters:
Storytelling shapes public understanding. When justice systems are misrepresented, audiences absorb misinformation that influences how society perceives crime, punishment, and rehabilitation. By grounding narratives in truth, we can:
- Educate audiences about the realities of prison life and justice frameworks.
- Challenge systemic failures by exposing gaps, injustices, and harmful practices.
- Empower women’s voices by centering lived experiences often silenced in mainstream narratives.
- Enhance credibility for creative and journalistic outputs, ensuring they resonate with authenticity.
What We Offer:
Guidance on prison terminology, frameworks, and rules.
Insight into probation structures, safeguarding policies, and justice procedures.
Contextual analysis through a feminist and human rights lens.
