International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA) in cooperation with the European Organisation of Prison and Correctional Services (EuroPris), are organising the fifth Technology in Corrections Conference (TIC): 'Digital Rehabilitation’, which will be hosted by the General Directorate of Prisons and Detention Houses in Türkiye, April 21st -24th 2024.
The purpose of this conference is to:
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Build an environment to exchange ideas and to facilitate creating an ecosystem where solutions can be discussed and developed.
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Challenge the sector to develop innovative and ethical digital solutions for use in corrections to support and modernise the services of prisons and probation today.
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Provide networking opportunities for technology experts in the corrections arena.
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Promote the (ethical and safe) use and implementation of advanced digital technology solutions in corrections.
Technology has changed almost all aspects of our modern lives and there is a real need to anticipate this new reality into how prison and probation services do their work and help individuals return successfully into a digital society. This context brings the terms digital and rehabilitation closer together, impels us to confront them with each other and at some point, to marry them.
A particular challenge facing corrections is the emphasis on professionalization and efficiency with more individualized and person-centric approaches towards users of corrections, and a strong focus on preparing re-entry into a society that has become increasingly digital. While technology can support achieving outcomes, it needs to be realised in a context where operational security and public safety are to be guaranteed and the right balance and responses to emerging realities in society such as radicalisation, organised crime, and cybercrime have to be found. Achieving all of this within the restraints of a difficult budgetary context constitutes a complex challenge.
Who should attend?
This conference is for senior corrections officials, policy makers, academics, researchers, technology experts, criminal justice professionals, and those working in corrections and probation services who are interested in leveraging technology to modernize 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
- General Admission: €525/pp
- Public sector, academic, non-profit: €475/pp (Email Catalin Ungureanu at [email protected] to request a discount code)
* Additional evening activities, sponsored by the General Directorate of Prisons and Detention Houses in Türkiye are included in the ticket prices (more details to follow).
Programme
Sunday, 21 April: Evening Welcome Reception
Monday, 22 April: Conference Day One
Tuesday, 23 April: Conference Day Two
Wednesday, 24 April: Prison Visits (Optional)
Accommodation
The official venue and hotel for the TIC and IPIC is Hilton Istanbul Kozyatagi. Located in the business district of Istanbul's Asian side surrounded by restaurants and shopping, with Yenisahra Subway Station within a kilometre, providing access to the coast and the city's European crossing. Hilton Istanbul Kozyatagi welcomes guests with a special rate of 201EUR / night (Breakfast Included). Please note that the spaces are limited, so hurry up to secure your room.
Facility Visits
The General Directorate of Prisons and Detention Houses in Türkiye has arranged facility visits to. For those staying on after the conference you can indicate which facility you would like to visit when registering online for this event, but please note that this is not a booking - you can only sign-up at the venue please note that spaces are limited.
Companion Programme
Registration for the Companion Programme is now closed.
Sponsorship & Exhibition
We are currently accepting expressions of interest for both sponsorship and exhibition opportunities. The TIC and IPIC conferences will include an exhibition area with a limited number of tabletop booths available for showcasing products and services to an international audience. Please email Natalie Boal, Executive Director ICPA, at [email protected] to find out more about different sponsorship packages.
Contact our Team
Do you need any help or assistance in your preparations for attending the Technology in Corrections Conference? Please contact a member of our team and we will be happy to assist!
Registration, Programme, Ticket Discounting and Booking Changes:
Catalin Ungureanu - [email protected]
Catalin Ungureanu - [email protected]
Finance, Invoicing and Payment:
Umu Kultume Kassim - [email protected]
General Enquiries, Accomondation and Special Activities:
Aune Nuyttens - [email protected]
Exhibiting and Sponsorship Enquiries:
Natalie Boal - [email protected]
Natalie Boal - [email protected]
Immediately following the TIC conference, the first Global Innovative Prisons Infrastructure Conference (IPIC) will be held from April 24th to 26th, 2024. We have prepared a Combo Ticket that grants you access to both the TIC and IPIC conferences:
- General Admission: €950/pp
- Public sector, academic, non-profit: €900/pp (Email Catalin Ungureanu at [email protected] to request a discount code)
