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Reform, rehabilitation and modernisation in Kenya’s Correctional System

Salome Muhia-Beacco, Principal Secretary for the State Department of Correctional Services, Kenya Read More

Education, work, and community support: Michigan’s approach to lowering recidivism

Heidi Washington, Director of the Michigan Department of Corrections, USA Read More

Rehabilitation and reintegration: Lessons from the frontlines of research and practice

Explore the effectiveness and evolving practices in offender rehabilitation, drawing on international perspectives to assess what works, and examine approaches to supporting reintegration and desistance from crime. Read More

Small-scale detention in Belgium: A structural reform for social reintegration

The detention house project represents a fundamental switch in the Belgian penal landscape. Learn more from two leaders at the front of this project. Read More

Realizing effective rehabilitation and reintegration

In this article, Frank J. Porporino, Ph.D., draws on nearly 50 years of experience in corrections to explore what truly works best in correctional practice and why getting it right matters more than ever. Read More

What works in rehabilitation: Bridging evidence and practice

James Bonta, Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology), Co-author of “The Psychology of Criminal Conduct” (RNR model), Canada Read More

Managing reactivity in corrections: Exploring innovative approaches for aggression regulation

Reactive aggression is a common challenge in criminal justice, and VR solutions are emerging as innovative tools for rehabilitation. Read More

Towards 2035: Czechia’s vision for probation grounded in restorative justice

Gabriela Slováková, Director-General of the Probation and Mediation Service Czech Republic Read More

Cognitive-behavioural probation programmes and joint support to reduce violent reoffending in Moldova

Viorel Sochircă, Director of the National Probation Inspectorate of Moldova Read More

Designing rehabilitation around evidence, cultural needs, and access for people on remand

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Building skills that matter: How Canada’s real-world employment training drives reintegration and public confidence

Chris Hill, Chief Executive Officer, CORCAN Read More

Managing overcrowding and creating opportunities: Practical reforms in Thai prisons

Sahakarn Petchnarin, Director-General of Thailand’s Department of Corrections Read More

Innovate to rehabilitate: Shaping the future of justice reform

Claire Machan, Inês de Castro and Ana Rita Pires from IPS_Innovative Prison Systems explore the frontiers of rehabilitation support, including new evidence-based assessment tools, VR-enhanced training, and leveraging AI-powered data analysis. Read More

Reintegration by design: Data-driven, human-centred detention in the Netherlands

Toon Molleman, Deputy Director, Division of Prisons and Foreigner Detention, at the Dutch Custodial Institutions Agency, The Netherlands Read More

Reintegration as policy: Romania’s shift towards evidence-based corrections

Ioana Morar, Deputy Director-General, Romanian Prison Administration Read More

Work, education, and evidence: Tools for social reintegration in Paraná

Ananda Chalegre, Director-General, Paraná State Penal Police Department, Brazil Read More

Paving the way for a restorative-centred approach to justice in cases of hate and extremism

Explore how the current landscape underscores the needs and challenges faced by victims, communities, and justice systems, and why adopting a restorative-centred approach to justice is crucial in addressing cases of hate and extremism. Read More

Beyond recidivism: Redefining success in rehabilitation

Fergus McNeill, Professor of Criminology & Social Work, University of Glasgow, UK Read More

Reducing self-harm to improve rehabilitation outcomes

Self-harm and suicide are pressing issues in prisons worldwide. This article explores why addressing these challenges must be a core priority for correctional systems, not only to safeguard mental health, but also to support meaningful rehabilitation. Read More

Aligning policies and practices: A national framework for prison reform in Brazil

André de Albuquerque Garcia, National Secretary for Penal Policies, Ministry of Justice and Public Security, Brazil Read More

Addressing overcrowding and creating pathways to employment in Colombia’s justice system

Ángela María Buitrago, Minister of Justice and Law, Colombia Read More

Building for the future: Adapting Georgia’s prisons to a changing population

Tyrone Oliver, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Corrections Read More

South Australia: Reducing reoffending through evidence-based strategies

David Brown, Chief Executive of the Department for Correctional Services, South Australia Read More

Rethinking corrections: Vermont’s vision for modern prisons amid workforce strains

Nicholas Deml, Commissioner of the Vermont Department of Corrections Read More

“Creating modern, rehabilitation-friendly prisons”: Türkiye’s infrastructure developments

Enis Yavuz Yıldırım, Director General of Prisons and Detention Houses of Türkiye Read More

Reducing overcrowding and expanding work opportunities in Rondonia

Marcus Rito, President of CONSEJ and Secretary of Justice of Rondonia, Brazil Read More

Preparing for life beyond bars: Rwanda’s focus on skills and reintegration

Evariste Murenzi, Commissioner General, Rwanda Correctional Service, Rwanda Read More

When even taking a breath is a struggle: ICRC’s approach to systemic challenges in detention

Terry Hackett, Head of the Persons Deprived of Liberty Division, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Read More

EEA/Norway Grants: Strengthening Prison Infrastructure and Rehabilitation Across Europe

Kim Ekhaugen, Head of International Cooperation in the Directorate of Norwegian Correctional Service Read More

Reshaping the Romanian Prison System: progress,challenges and commitments

Discover in this article how the Romanian Penitentiary Administration is modernising the prison system, transforming it into a catalyst for rehabilitation and successful social reintegration. Read More

Corrections as a social enabler: uplifting offenders’ lives through partnerships and technology

Find out how the Singapore Prison Service (SPS) is redefining rehabilitation by integrating technology and fostering community partnerships, through its Corrections 2030 framework. Read More

Dynamic fusion: Innovation, creativity and partnerships in corrections infrastructure modernization

This article by Simon Bonk and Tanja Sieme (Telio) examines the modernisation of correctional infrastructure, highlighting its importance and the key challenges faced by correctional institutions in implementing these advancements. Read More

How can prison architecture affect judicial cooperation in criminal matters – the case of detention conditions

Explore the impact of conditions of detention on international judicial cooperation in criminal matters. Read More

Brazil’s first public-private prison partnership marks 12 years of operation with strong results

The prison system in Brazil struggles with overcrowding and poor infrastructure. Discover how the Ribeirão das Neves Prison Public-Private Partnership (PPP) is addressing this through an innovative approach. Read More

Advancing Chile’s Correctional Services through strategic reforms

Luis Cordero Vega, Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Chile Read More

Holistic rehabilitation and modernisation in New Jersey: “Getting back to the basics of Corrections”

Victoria L. Kuhn, Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Corrections, United States of America Read More

Reshaping the correctional infrastructure and staff training in Bulgaria

Ivaylo Yordanov, Chief Commissioner, General Directorate "Execution of Sentences", Bulgaria Read More

Corrections Victoria strategic response to the needs of the workforce and individuals in custody

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Bringing prison healthcare to the most underserved: A mission of compassion and commitment

John May, Co-founder and President of Health through Walls Read More

The resilience and reform of Ukraine’s justice system in the face of an ongoing war

Olena Vysotska, Deputy Minister of Justice of Ukraine Read More

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