STORYTILES - TILE MURALS FOR CUSTODY AND PRISON CELLS

Storytiles murals by Vieve Forward are picture stories about real people with drug or alcohol problems who, with the help of local and national agencies, have now overcome their addictions and lead a full and independent life. These stories are screen-printed on to ceramic tiles which can be installed in custody suites and prison cells, and be seen by people with similar problems.

Drug addictions and alcohol abuse are major contributing factors in criminal activity. Entering custody is a prime 'teachable moment' - a point at which drug and alcohol users come face to face with the adverse consequences of their behaviour and are most open to change. By installing these tile murals in your cells, you can help sow the seeds of hope, demonstrate the possibility of change, and promote the local and national agencies that can help people overcome their addictions. 

Vieve Forward's first Storytiles mural was Charlie's Story, the story of a former career criminal and drug user who got clean and now works for a drugs charity. Three other tile murals are planned: (1) about a homeless alcoholic (2) about a former prostitute and heroin addict, and (3) about a teenager addicted to hard drugs.

Trialled at Swindon's Gable Cross Police Station and originally sponsored by Wiltshire Criminal Justice Board and Swindon Community Safety Programme, Vieve Forward's Storytiles murals are now available for you to buy and install in the cells of your custody suite or prison.