Description
The main objective of the project is re-socialization of imprisoned individuals from the target group, which is comprised of persons serving a custodial sentence in Pleven Prison. The achievement of the objectives of the project will be accomplished through the development of educational and career-oriented training programs for the prisoners. The improvement of the motivation of the prisoners, the acquisition of key competences and the participation in educational and training activities will ensure their successful re- socialization, formation of sustainable attitudes towards employment and will improve the relationship of a particular individual with their family, friends and society as a whole. The awareness of the individuals from the target group for their opportunities for re-socialization will be increased by the implementation of adapted training, which will improve their prospects for leading a reputable, socially acceptable and lawful life after their release from prison.
Summary of project results
The project ambition of the project was to deliver professional training to the prison inmates in the Prison of Pleven in a way to enhance their re-socialization possibilities for after release. The career-oriented training programs has been materialized in valid certificates on professional qualification in several areas. The improvement of the motivation of the prisoners, the acquisition of key competences and the participation in educational and training activities was also meant to contribute to a more reasonable stay in prison. The vulnerable groups were highly represented among the trainees as the share of Roma and other minorities was near 30%. In total 156 imprisoned persons in the Prison of Pleven have been trained on `Interior lining and flooring`, `Hairdressing`, `Welding`, `Basing and finishing works`, as well as on other motivation and social integration topics. The applied intervention model with a practical focus was well accepted by the target group and led to forming additional training groups after according reallocation of funds pursuant to additional agreement with the PO.
Summary of bilateral results