There is a huge gap in state-funded legal aid for people in prison in many parts of the world. Most people in #prison cannot access #legalaid for matters beyond their criminal case, despite high needs. #GlobalPrisonTrends penalreform.org/global-prison-…

Criminal subcultures have increased & affect most prison systems, with prison gangs retaining control in facilities to varying degrees in many countries - including some where they self-govern or ‘share’ governance with authorities. #GlobalPrisonTrends penalreform.org/global-prison-…

Thankyou WHO/Europe UK Health Security Agency for convening this yesterday. Some key points I made: 👉 Infection rates kept low but at huge cost to mental & physical health 👉 Vaccines had potential to lift restrictions but didn't reach everyone 👉Impacts are ongoing See #GlobalPrisonTrends2023

“a global, unacceptable and scandalous tragedy due to its nature and scale, that requires urgent attention and solution” UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions, Morris Tidball-Binz, presented his report on deaths in prisons at #HRC53 this week...

“Scandalous because the lion's share of these deaths could have been avoided by the adoption of relatively straightforward, affordable measures" Read the SR's full report and recommendations on deaths in prisons: ohchr.org/en/documents/t… #prisonDEATH #humanrights

On #MandelaDay2023 PRI is pleased to launch our Short Guide on the Nelson #MandelaRules in #Kazakh – now available in 13 languages! Find this and other practical guidance to support implementation of the Rules at penalreform.org/resource/short… #MandelaDay #HumanRights #PrisonersMatter

#MandelaDay2023 calls for unity against the impact of climate change and food insecurity. #GlobalPrisonTrends has found need for #prisons to be prioritised in disaster risk reduction and rising costs of living. Read more 👉 penalreform.org/global-prison-… #PrisonersMatter #Humanrights

Our joint message is clear: The pathway to #genderequality #SDG5 cannot exclude certain groups like women who have been in conflict with the law. We call on all governments and stakeholders to act, fund and support reform work to address women's criminalisation and imprisonment!

Promoting #BangkokRules and #AccesstoJustice for #women in Uganda.

All Penal Reform International (PRI) staff workshop online this morning on #technology and #prisons Learning from the great research and expertise of Dr. Victoria Knight from dmuleicester

Report published by UN Human Rights reiterates the dire impact of harsh drug policies on prisons with crisis levels of overcrowding & a myriad of human rights violations. RECOMMENDATIONS incl: Decriminalise, and in meantime, ensure penalties are proportionate & gender-sensitive.

📣We are #hiring! We are currently looking to recruit a full-time 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 based in the Netherlands to lead our policy and advocacy activities. ➡️Details: penalreform.org/about-us/conta… 🗓️Deadline: 27 November 2023 #JoinOurTeam

Come and work with me and our team in 2024! Exciting job available with PRI - deadline to apply on 27 November...

Starting now!

🌍Launch of the Global Consortium for Death Penalty Abolition! ✊Together with 24 more partner organisations led by End Death Penalty, we aim to amplify the abolitionist movement's voice and influence globally: 👉t.ly/3s4vR #AbolishDeathPenalty #HumanRights #GlobalConsortium

🔴We commit to promoting the #inclusion of people with lived experience in criminal justice reform efforts. As part of this effort, we also publish a 10-Point Plan to inspire and guide policymakers and others how to do this 👉t.ly/mkJOT #PenalReform #rehabilitation

An exciting day at PRI as we launch our new five year strategy - and a 10-Point Plan on involving people with lived experience (a goal central to our strategy). I am SO excited to work with all of our colleagues, partners to see change across our 3 pillars of change.

Proud and happy to be publishing our 10th edition of #GlobalPrisonTrends today... it has become synonymous with Penal Reform International and we hope that the insights, data and analysis spark reform, inspire change and inform policy makers to make the right choices...

🔔The #GlobalPrisonTrends 2024 report is out! While we highlight some progress and innovations, significant issues like overcrowding, violence, and staffing crises persist. A challenging landscape for prison systems worldwide.👉t.ly/WCSkt #CriminalJustice Olivia Rope

PRI successfully conducted a specialized training for prison officers focusing on enhancing rehabilitation and reintegration for female offenders. Integrating gender-sensitive courses into prison training programs will bolster knowledge on effective prisoner management strategies