The International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA) is organising the second Corrections Technology Conference (CTC) on the theme “The Smart Prison: unravelling the meaning of SMART in the context of prison and probation services”. CTC 2025 will be held in Bangkok, Thailand from 24 until 27 February 2025, hosted by the Department of Corrections.
This conference will:
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Allow the public sector, private sector, academics, NGOs and other international agencies to share insights, new developments and projects where innovative digital solutions are used to help corrections address issues facing prisons and probation today.
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Provide networking opportunities for correctional professionals, technology experts and people interested in the digital landscape of corrections.
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Enable brainstorming and discussion groups on specific topics related to technology in corrections.
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Promote the implementation of advanced Digital Technology Solutions in secure contexts.
Who should attend?
This conference is for senior corrections officials, policymakers, academics, researchers, technology experts, criminal justice professionals, and those working in corrections and probation services interested in leveraging technology to modernise and advance their work. It is also an excellent opportunity for those interested in the intersection of digital technology and rehabilitation to exchange ideas and learn about the latest developments in the field.
Registration
- Public, NGO, and Academic participants: $475 USD
- Private sector participants: $575 USD
If you believe you are eligible for the public sector / NGO / Academic ticket price, please email Catalin Ungureanu at [email protected] from your agency's official email address to request a discount code. If you do not have an official email address, please provide proof that you are employed by a public sector, academic, or not-for-profit organization.
Programme
Monday, 24 February: Evening Welcome Reception
Tuesday, 25 February: Conference Day One
Wednesday, 26 February: Conference Day Two
Thursday, 27 February: Prison Visits (Optional)
Keynote Speaker
Marcus Bullock
Accommodation
The Corrections Technology Conference (CTC) will be hosted at the Peninsula Bangkok Resort at 333 Charoennakorn Road, Klongsan, Bangkok 10600, Thailand.
Special Conference Rates:
- Deluxe Room THB 7,500 (apprpox. 216 USD) per room per night (incl. breakfast for one person)
- Deluxe Room THB 8,300 (approx. 239 USD) per room per night (incl. breakfast for two persons)
- Deluxe Balcony Room THB 8,500 (approx. 245 USD) per room per night (incl. breakfast for one person)
- Deluxe Balcony Room THB 9,300 (approx 268 USD) per room per night (incl. breakfast for two persons)
Facility Visits
The Thailand Department of Corrections has designated four prison facilities for participant visits. Those interested in participating in these visits following the conference must register in person at the conference venue. Due to capacity constraints, registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
