Locate International

With the upcoming General Election on 4th July, we are publishing our manifesto, setting out our recommendations for how the next UK Government can support our work in locating the missing and naming the unidentified. We have four key asks for the incoming Government that we believe will have a huge impact on the work we do here at Locate International. Learn more about our manifesto here: https://lnkd.in/e3q5V2EF

🌍 Announcing a New Cross-Border Partnership: Locate International & Association AVANE 🇫🇷 🇬🇧 We’re excited to share that Locate International has signed an official partnership with Association Avane, the French organisation dedicated to solving missing persons and unidentified cases. This collaboration is a major step forward in strengthening our ability to tackle cross-border cases and support families on both sides of the Channel. By joining forces, we’re creating opportunities to: ✅ Combine expertise and resources to uncover new leads ✅ Provide greater support to families searching for answers This partnership reflects the growing importance of international collaboration in the field of missing persons. Together, we can bring new hope, uncover truths, and honour lives that deserve recognition. #Collaboration #LocateInternational #AssociationAvane #MissingPersons #UnidentifiedCases #CrossBorderSolutions Mark Greenhalgh Dave Grimstead Bill Anderson, LL.B MSyI بيل آندرسون

A huge thank you to our wonderful volunteer Angela, who recently gave a heartfelt talk about Locate International to the Sutton Benger Over 60s Club. With around 40 attendees, Angela's words not only raised awareness about our mission but also inspired a generous donation of £75 from the group, plus an additional £10 from one kind member. Support like this helps us continue our vital work. Thank you, Sutton Benger, for your kindness and generosity. If you’d be interested in hearing about our work at your event, group, or meeting, then please email media@locate.international #VolunteerSpotlight #VolunteersMatter #ThankYou #CommunitySupport

We’re proud of volunteers Jess Halsey ACA and Roland Hughes who recently spoke on the RCNi :: Nursing Standard podcast about how nurses can help solve cold cases of missing and unidentified people. They shared insights into two key cases: ✔️ The skeletal remains of a man found in Deepdene Woods, Surrey, in 1990, still waiting to be identified. ✔️ The story of a woman who tragically passed outside St Helier Hospital in 2006, her name unknown. Their conversation underscores the vital role healthcare professionals can play in these investigations. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eUpiqUGn #Nursing #ColdCases #NursingStandard

We’re recruiting! Applications for volunteers are open once more, and we’d love to hear from you. We rely on the dedication of volunteers to help solve missing person cases, support families, and raise awareness. If you’re experienced in Media, Technology, Genealogy, or Research—or just passionate about making a difference—apply now: https://lnkd.in/ebGCcvqr Intakes will take place quarterly throughout 2025. #Volunteering

Today, we’re at Local Authority Registration & Coroner Services Association Annual Learning and Development Event 2024! We’re talking to coroners about how we can work together to make a difference: 🔍 Supporting stretched resources without taking over existing duties 🔗 Adding real value to investigations without creating extra work 👥 Building partnerships that enhance your crucial work Come and visit our stand to meet our CEO, Mark Greenhalgh and Founder, Dave Grimstead and learn more about our mission. Don’t miss our 3:55pm session, designed specifically for Coroners Services—the last talk of the day and one you won’t want to miss. Let’s work together to deliver answers for families in need. #LocateInternational #Coroners #LARCSA2024 #MissingPersons #Collaboration

🔍 Amateur sleuths and an unsolved mystery This fascinating piece by Samira Shackle highlights how we, as everyday people, are transforming cold case investigations and the impact they’re having in seeking justice and answers for families. We are proud to be the dedicated individuals who refuse to let the missing and unidentified fade into obscurity. We know how vital the contribution of volunteers and communities can be in solving cases like these. Read Samira’s article here: https://lnkd.in/e_RbKbs3. #MissingPersons #UnsolvedMysteries #VolunteerImpact

Missing Persons: Challenges and Opportunities to Improve Investigations We’re excited to announce that our CEO, Mark Greenhalgh, will be joining Forensic Analytics Ltd in a thought-provoking webinar on missing persons investigations. This session will explore: - The challenges faced by police in handling these cases - Opportunities to improve investigations - Recommendations for better outcomes for families 📅 When? 21st November, 14:00 📍 Where? Online Register now if you’re invested in improving how missing persons cases are investigated and resolved: https://lnkd.in/e4YT5tQp #MissingPersons #Webinar #Policing

Did you know? Just by sharing, you could help reunite families with answers they’ve been searching for. If you have a social profile, a network, or a community, you have the power to make a difference. Please help us spread awareness when we launch appeals – every share counts. #ShareToSolve

Saying farewell to a founder: Neil Smith, Co-Founder and Director of OSINT at Locate International, is stepping down after five years of incredible service. In a special exit interview, Neil shares the journey that started back in 2019, his thoughts on how the pandemic changed our approach, and the innovative ways Locate has grown to solve cases and connect families with answers. Neil’s leadership and commitment to our mission has left a lasting legacy. Read the full interview to hear Neil’s insights on the future of digital investigation and OSINT: https://lnkd.in/eNFNdXss #OSINT #LocateInternational