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We provide opportunities for members to meet, collaborate and network in-person and virtually. Use the search box or filters to explore our upcoming events, and drop us a line with any questions.

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Probation reset

Join Kim Thornden-Edwards, Chief Probation Officer for England and Wales and a senior leader at His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service, to talk about Probation Reset. This session will provide additional information to magistrates on how this will be working and what the implications are for our members’ work.
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Diversity and inclusion network drop-in

This drop-in event will be coinciding with Black History Month, and we will mark this with contributions from members - including Sarah Sawyer, who is the other representative of the Black, Asian and minority ethnic network on the MA’s diversity and inclusion committee. We will also be hearing from Dr Xavier L’Hoiry from the University of Sheffield, who has undertaken research about the needs of young magistrates.
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Child exploitation and coercive control

Join The Children’s Society for this webinar which will address the following topics; Introduction and definitions of child exploitation, coercive control, grooming, disruption powers and exploitation practice guide and the role of magistrates. This is a great opportunity to support members learning on the subject and provide a chance to reflect on the application to your role as a magistrate.
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Foetal alcohol syndrome spectrum disorder – lived experience

Foetal alcohol syndrome disorder (FASD) describes the permanent damage to the brain and body of individuals exposed to alcohol prenatally. Parents of children with FASD will join us for this webinar to help magistrates better understand the impact of this condition on people they encounter in court.
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Text reads: open to all? Bias in the magistracy explored
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Bias in the magistracy explored

Join us on Wednesday, 30th October at 17:30 for a roundtable discussion on bias in the magistracy, focusing on the experiences of Black, Asian, and minority ethnic magistrates. Chaired by Jacqui Macdonald-Davis as part of Black History Month, with speakers DJ(MC) Tan Ikram CBE and Professor Heidi Mirza of UCL, we will explore findings from a 2022 survey by our Black, Asian and minority ethnic network, provide a platform for sharing experiences, and discuss the available resources and tips magistrates can use to address racism, microaggressions, and unconscious bias.
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Magistrates’ Association AGM, conference and awards

Solutions not sticking plasters: fixing the long-term challenges in the justice system
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Why attend an event?

Our regular webinars cover a wide range of different topics, giving members a chance to hear from expert speakers and develop their knowledge. All of our webinars are recorded, meaning you can catch up at a time that suits you.

Many of our local branches also put on engaging online and in-person skills events
and talks that are open to all MA members.

Branches also nominate their members to attend the Royal Garden Party events held at Buckingham Palace.

Thank you for nominating me to attend the Royal Garden Party on your behalf. We enjoyed the company of HRM King Charles and HRH Queen Camilla, in the wonderful grounds of Buckingham Palace. The Royal bands played in the background whilst guests enjoyed the tea and the famous finger sandwiches. Thank you for valuing the work members do, and offering me to experience this once in a lifetime opportunity.

Dr Manir Hussain JP
MA Council Rep (Staffordshire)