Launching the Improving Lives programme
Launching the Improving Lives programme On Wednesday 25 September, we officially launched the Improving Lives Through Advice programme. To celebrate the unique 5 year core funding programme, we brought together frontline organisations, funders, and the legal community as we embark on a shared mission to increase access to legal advice for people, places, and communities […]
Our statement on recent violence
Our statement on the recent violence Like so many others, we have been horrified by the racist violence that has spread across the country over the past week. We know that advice charities we work closely with are being targeted, and that colleagues carrying out crucial work to uphold the rights of marginalised people are […]
2024 September Justice and Innovation Group
2024 September Justice and Innovation Group Open to anyone with an interest, JIG is a space for people who use innovation and technology to increase access to justice to exchange knowledge and ideas, find out about other developments and current activities, troubleshoot challenges, and seek partnership opportunities. The September meeting of the Justice and Innovation […]
The value of justice for all
The Value of Justice for All Savings of up to £12bn could be made by the Treasury over the next 10 years by investing in the provision of specialist free legal advice. Individuals and families in need of specialist advice services frequently present with an average of just under 5 issues per person and often […]
Second Round of Five Year Core Funding Programme Launched
Second Round of Five Year Core Funding Programme Launched We’re pleased to announce the launch of Round Two of the Improving Lives Through Advice (ILTA) grant programme which will provide 5-year core funding to 17 charities across England. ILTA is supported by £30 million from The National Lottery Community Fund, the largest community funder in […]
Exploring Online Dispute Resolution Workshops
Exploring Online Dispute Resolution Workshops We are currently working as part of a consortium with the SRA and The Law Society of England and Wales on the Regulators Pioneer Fund Phase 3 (RPF3) project exploring the potential of online dispute resolution (ODR) to address unmet legal need. We are conducting a series of roundtables with […]
Supporting Pro Bono in 2024
Supporting Pro Bono in 2024 We are delighted to invite applications for a new two-year funding programme focussing on supporting access to justice for disabled people. The 2024 Pro Bono Grants round is now open and will close on Friday 19th July at 4pm. Funded largely through income from Pro Bono Costs Orders, donors, and […]
2024 June Justice and Innovation Group
2024 June Justice and Innovation Group The session explored how can we learn from open access and LegalTech AI systems to support our work and help more people in need. It included demonstrations and presentations from key players in the AI and justice space, including Simplexico, the Legal Services Board, Tabled and Northumbria University, Citizens […]
Measuring Justice: The opportunities and challenges of measuring legal advice outcomes
Measuring Justice: The opportunities and challenges of measuring legal advice outcomes As part of the Improving Lives Through Advice (ILTA) grants programme we produced a literature review of the diverse methodologies and frameworks advice organisations employ to measure outcomes and impact. Providing accessible legal advice is crucial for navigating complex legal systems and empowering individuals […]
Welcoming our new Chair, Gavin Mansfield KC
Welcoming our new Chair, Gavin Mansfield KC We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Gavin Mansfield KC as our new Chair. Gavin was appointed as the Bar Council’s nominee to the Access to Justice Foundation trustee board in 2021 and replaces Dame Maura McGowan DBE as Chair. He is Head of Littleton Chambers where he […]
