Salome Muhia-Beacco, Principal Secretary for the State Department of Correctional Services, Kenya Read More
Leadership & Staff Development
Heidi Washington, Director of the Michigan Department of Corrections, USA Read More
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
Discover how the Michigan Department of Corrections fostering long-term success after release through an Vocational Village concept. Read More
In this case study, discover interLIFT, a highly scalable treatment delivery model created to bridge the gap between rehabilitation ideals and institutional constraints. Read More
Reactive aggression is a common challenge in criminal justice, and VR solutions are emerging as innovative tools for rehabilitation. Read More
Gabriela Slováková, Director-General of the Probation and Mediation Service Czech Republic
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Viorel Sochircă, Director of the National Probation Inspectorate of Moldova Read More
Chris Hill, Chief Executive Officer, CORCAN Read More
Sahakarn Petchnarin, Director-General of Thailand’s Department of Corrections Read More
Emma Regan, President of the International Association for Correctional and Forensic Psychology (IACFP) Read More
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
Toon Molleman, Deputy Director, Division of Prisons and Foreigner Detention, at the Dutch Custodial Institutions Agency, The Netherlands Read More
In this article, Sarah Spence from MHS examines how technology can transform correctional education, addressing challenges of funding, access, and security while equipping justice-involved individuals with essential digital skills for reintegration. Read More
Ioana Morar, Deputy Director-General, Romanian Prison Administration Read More
Ananda Chalegre, Director-General, Paraná State Penal Police Department, Brazil Read More
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
André de Albuquerque Garcia, National Secretary for Penal Policies, Ministry of Justice and Public Security, Brazil Read More
Nicholas Deml, Commissioner of the Vermont Department of Corrections Read More
Mathilde Steenbergen, Director-General of the Belgian Prison Service Read More
Enis Yavuz Yıldırım, Director General of Prisons and Detention Houses of Türkiye Read More
Marcus Rito, President of CONSEJ and
Secretary of Justice of Rondonia, Brazil Read More
Evariste Murenzi, Commissioner General, Rwanda Correctional Service, Rwanda Read More
Kim Ekhaugen, Head of International Cooperation in the Directorate of
Norwegian Correctional Service Read More
The design of correctional facilities shapes the daily experiences of both incarcerated individuals and staff, influencing rehabilitation, security, and operational efficiency. Beyond ensuring physical security, well-planned spaces for education, vocational training, and therapeutic programmes encourage engagement in constructive activities, ultimately reducing recidivism. In this edition, we explore how architecture, smart technologies, and alternative financing models are driving the evolution of modern prisons, featuring insights from correctional leaders and experts on creating environments that prioritise safety, rehabilitation, and long-term adaptability. Read More
Rob Jeffreys, President of the Correctional Leaders Association & Director of the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services, USA 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
Ivaylo Yordanov, Chief Commissioner, General Directorate "Execution of Sentences", Bulgaria Read More
Larissa Strong, Commissioner of Corrections Victoria, Australia Read More
Johan Bac, Director-General of the Dutch Probation Service Read More
Maria Rosa Nebel, Secretary of the Penitentiary Administration, Rio de de Janeiro, Brazil Read More
Explore the challenges and opportunities of modernisation though the lens of international stakeholders in the penitentiary sector. Read More
Discover the key insights from UNICRI's latest report, showcasing how digital technologies can transform prisoner rehabilitation. Read More
To address the underlying causes of criminal behaviour, rooted in socio-economic disparities, mental health issues, and systemic injustices, leaders have been challenged to look beyond the boundaries of their systems and institutions and actively engage with other agencies, policymakers, and the broader community. In this edition, we feature interviews with correctional leaders and articles by experts on transforming the system through upstream and downstream collaborations, policy reforms, digital technologies, and community engagement. Read More
Rafael Velasco Brandani, National Secretary for Penal Policies, Ministry of Justice and Public Security, Brazil Read More
Tanja Rakušić-Hadžić, Head of the Cooperation in Police, and Deprivation of Liberty Division of CoE's Human Rights and Rule of Law Directorate Read More
Rui Abrunhosa Gonçalves, Director-General of Reintegration and Prison Services, Portugal Read More
Paolo Di Sciuva, International Director of the EURESP project in Ecuador Read More
Karen Ellis, Deputy Solicitor General, (Correctional Services), Ontario, Canada Read More
Haliru Nababa, Controller General of Corrections, Nigerian Correctional Service Read More
