IMB NI helps monitor the quality of life in prison, by working to ensure fairness and accountability in prison.
What is the IMB?
The IMB is an independent statutory body whose role is to monitor the treatment of prisoners and the conditions of their imprisonment at the three prison establishments: Maghaberry, Magilligan, and Hydebank Wood College and Women’s Prison.
Independent Monitoring Boards are made up of unpaid volunteers operating in every prison in Northern Ireland.
IMB members are the eyes and ears of the public, appointed by the Minister of Justice to perform a vital task. They report on whether the individuals held there are being treated fairly and humanely and whether prisoners are being given the support they need to turn their lives around. This can make a huge difference to the lives of those held within these facilities.
Volunteering is rewarding and fun!
Develop skills, valuable work experience, and improve confidence.
If you are studying, starting a career, looking for work or trying to improve your promotion prospects, volunteering can be a great way to learn and develop the skills you need, both practically and personally. Volunteering can also help increase confidence levels.
Make new friends.
Volunteering reconnects you with your community and helps create new friendships that keep you active and engaged.
Physical and Mental Wellbeing.
Did you know volunteers report improvements in their mental health and wellbeing?
Community connection.
Connecting with members of society and giving back to the community is rewarding and motivational.