The Zahid Mubarek Trust

We maintain and grow the legacy for change following Zahid’s tragic death.

We believe that the response to crime should be effective, fair, and humane, leaving a legacy that seeks to transform the prison system.

We honour Zahid’s memory by supporting people in the criminal justice system whilst advocating for systemic change.

Our Story

We are an independent national charity founded in 2009 by the family of 19-year-old Zahid Mubarek who was murdered by his racist cellmate on the morning scheduled for his release from Feltham Young Offender Institution.

Our Mission

We work in a challenging context where substantial change takes time and enormous effort. We recognise the complexity and intersectionality of our work and take this into account when developing programmes that are relevant, efficient and effective.

Our work

We publish content which includes blog articles, reports, news and resources which our visitors will find useful. We also regularly post on our social media channels with updates. Please get in touch if you are looking for something specific.

We are committed to

Securing Equal Justice

Ensuring Transparency and Accountability

Supporting Prisoners and Prison Leavers

Covid-19 and Prisons

We are collecting data, resources and stories on COVID-19 in prisons and will offer analysis to better understand how coronavirus is impacting prisoners, particularly those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, including Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.

How do IMBs report on equalities in prisons

More Than Statistics

Over 27% of the prison population in England and Wales, 22,619 people, are from a minority ethnic group.

Ministry of Justice 2019

Black men are 26% more likely than white men to be remanded in custody.

Ministry of Justice Analytical Services 2016

52% of all children in custody are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background.

Youth Custody Service 2019

The prison population has risen by 70% in the last 30 years.

Offender Management Statistics 2019