Tracey Ford Email & Phone Number

JAGS Foundation was set up following the tragic murder of Tracey's 17 year old son, James Andre Godfrey Smartt-Ford inside Streatham Ice Rink in February 2007.Tracey advocates and campaigns to raise public consciousness as to the epidemic of youth violence at community and government levels and is a regular contributor to local and national television and radio debates. An exceptional speaker whose use of restorative justice principles underpins the work that allows the reflection of the harm and devastation caused within society to be addressed throughout the UK in schools, young offender institutions, prisons, statutory and community organisations.Testimonials......'This week I have had numerous prisoners come up say how brave you were and what an amazing lady you are. They have also stated that this has made them think about the future and the impact of their actions'. (prison officer, Huntercombe Prison)'Her passion for her son, even in death, was quite beautiful. I found her determination to break the cycle, even at cost to her own self, very moving and I had to fight to keep my tears back and keep my mind in the room'.'As someone who has taken the life of someone’s son, at the same age, I couldn’t help but see my victim’s (Andrew) mother (Carol) in her and having to process those real images (and not just how I imagine them) I felt was very enlightening and I am truly grateful for Tracy’s strength and bravery in sharing her love for Andre and personal pain with us. Thank you and I hope you continue to heal'The slide show celebrating Andre’s life was beautiful.... The impact you have made here is truly remarkable. Thank you.Specialties: Interested in joint ventures, restorative practices in schools, pupil referrals units, colleges and prisons, speaking engagements.

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