STORY SO FAR
The Inside Out Clothing Project is the UK's first clothing brand created and designed by young ex-offenders.
The Inside Out Clothing Project's main mission is to generate realistic job prospects for young people leaving the justice system by creating opportunities in business through fashion and design.
All the clothing on our site has been created and designed by the young participants on the project. Everyone involved is a brand ambassador with their own stories of hope and they just want a second chance. All proceeds from sales go back into the community interest company, which will enable us to continue the Inside Out project each year.
During the The Inside Out Clothing Project the participants on the course get top business, fashion, employment and personal development skills. The first Inside Out project launched in March 2022 in partnership with LinkedIn.
The project featured on a number of high profile media outlets such as BBC News, ITV News, SkyNews and Channel 5 News in addition to receiving coverage in The Independent, Metro UK, InsideTime and MyLondon to name a few.
Over the next five years the projects aim is to help 1,000s of young people who have struggled since being released from prison, and who deserve help to reintegrate into society. We all make mistakes, some bigger than others.
The next project will start in early 2025 and will be run by Founder and CEO Greg McKenzie. It will also include several participants who took part in the first project, who will be project managers to inspire our new intake of young people.
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MEET THE TEAM
GREG
Greg McKenzie – Founder
Greg’s commitment to supporting the project is unwavering.
As a multi-award winning news correspondent for the BBC, Greg resigned from his post to dedicate his time fully to The Inside Out Clothing Project.
“Some young offenders don’t get a second chance, some don’t even get a first chance. We want to give them that chance”
ROB
Rob Pierre - Co-Director
Not only is Rob Co-Director of Inside Out but founder of Jellyfish and trustee of the Lucy Rayner foundation.
Rob’s passion for the project has been clear right from the beginning. So much so, that Rob invested the initial capital to kick start the project.
“It’s everything I hoped it would be. The pride they have, as they walk me around the store to show me their designs, it’s incredible”
LISA
As Commercial Director, Lisa brings extensive experience in financial management and commercial strategy to the Inside Out organisation. Leveraging her background as the former Chief Solutions Officer of Jellyfish and her current role as the Chief Financial Officer of Journey Further, Lisa plays a crucial role in safeguarding the interests of both the sponsors and participants of the project. Her commitment to the project is deeply rooted in a passion for making a positive impact, stating, "Helping Greg and the team achieve their vision has been so incredibly rewarding, and I feel privileged to be part of the journey"
AMANDA
Amanda Anatol is the Senior Learning and Development Manager of The Inside Out Clothing Project. With over 25 years of experience in education and training, she believes in lifelong learning and in fostering a sense of belonging in every environment. She has worked in different countries and cultures with people from a wide range of backgrounds and circumstances, designing and implementing initiatives that reach out to underrepresented groups, and promote understanding and respect: she brings that experience and mindset to ensuring that the participants' learning needs are met so that they are better equipped to face the challenges of life post-prison
REBECA
As a highly accomplished and visionary leader, Rebeca Lewis’s career has been defined by an unwavering commitment to driving positive societal and environmental change, with extensive experience across both the public and private sectors, where she has successfully led transformative initiatives. In her role as Partnership Director, Rebeca leads strategic initiatives aimed at empowering recently released ex-offenders through sustainable fashion. She focuses on cultivating relationships with corporate sponsors, government entities, and community leaders to secure vital funding and resources that expand the project’s impact. Rebeca’s efforts are centered on providing equitable opportunities, and fostering economic empowerment, for marginalized individuals.
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If you are aged 16-24 and would like to get involved with The Inside Out Project, please contact Hello@InsideOutPJT.com
We aim to start project four in March early 2025, and usually take on around 10 young people per program.