A professional home for everyone working in probation
The Probation Institute brings together practitioners, trainees, managers and researchers committed to strong, ethical and evidence‑based probation practice.
As the UK’s only independent membership body dedicated to probation and rehabilitation, membership offers a professional community, a strong voice, and opportunities to learn, contribute and help shape the future of probation.
Why membership matters
Members join the Probation Institute to:
Stay professionally current through evidence‑based guidance, research and policy insight
Strengthen practice and professional identity in a changing system
Connect with peers across probation and rehabilitation, at all career stages
Contribute to research, guidance, consultation responses and national debate
Be part of an independent voice championing high standards in probation
Opportunities to get involved
Membership is about more than access — it’s about participation, contribution and professional voice, through research, publications and policy engagement.
Whether you are new to probation or highly experienced, the Probation Institute offers opportunities to learn, contribute and engage.
Read Probation Quarterly –evidence‑based articles on probation practice, research and policy.
A message from our Chair
“The PI plays a crucial role in supporting probation practice and professional development. I encourage practitioners and trainees to join for access to a supportive community and valuable recognition.”
Professor Loraine Gelsthorpe
Latest news
Updates, research, and insights — all in one place. Our News section brings together the latest reports, commentary, policy developments, events and professional updates.
