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Programme outcome the project contributes to: “Improved correctional services”.
The project supports the measures related to the implementation of penitentiary reform in order to meet the new challenges and international commitments of the Bulgarian state and to achieve real and long-term results.
The specific objectives of the project are:
- Improving the correctional system by building a "pilot prison". The construction of the new prison facility will reduce the prison population in the area and create conditions that meet European standards, recommendations and good practices. A modern staff training center will be established to be linked to the "pilot prison", capacity up to 100 students and equipped halls for interactive group training and self-study.
- Upgrading and modernizing the concept of staff training and building a knowledge-based organization. It is planned to increase the capacity of the prison staff through training focused on ethics, values and dynamic security, including working with vulnerable groups (Roma, juvenile drug addicts).
- Improving rehabilitation of prisoners and enhancing their social competences to reduce recurrence, with a focus on vulnerable groups. With the support and supervision of mentors (probation inspectors in prisons), various programs will be implemented for social competences, parental care and restoration of family ties, the realization of the labor market and other skills.
- Enhancing synergy and cooperation with stakeholders and civil society to improve the follow-up care of prisoners after their release. An inter-institutional cooperation network will be established with the help of mentors and opportunities will be provided to support prisoners, depending on individual needs. before and after their release. This will help their social inclusion and reduce the risk of re-offending and harming society.