Technology in Corrections Conference (TIC)

International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA) in cooperation with the 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 -24^th 2024.

The purpose of this conference is to:

Build an environment to exchange ideas and to facilitate creating an ecosystem where solutions can be discussed and developed.
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.
Provide networking opportunities for technology experts in the corrections arena.
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.

Registration

Early Bird Rate: €475/pp
Public sector, academic, non-profit: €425/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 Overview

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.

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]

Finance, Invoicing and Payment: Umu Kultume Kassim - [email protected]

General Enquiries, Accomondation and Special Activities:
Eugenia van Engelenhoven - [email protected]

Exhibiting and Sponsorship Enquiries:
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:

Early Bird Rate: €850/pp
Public sector, academic, non-profit: €800/pp (Email Catalin Ungureanu at [email protected] to request a discount code)