ID: ACJ17-A012 15 Jul 2024
by Kek Seow Ling, Nigel Lee, Viknesswari Nadarajan, Shi Qin Chua

Advancing Corrections Journal - Edition #17 - Designing a Humane Corrections: Possibilities and Challenges (ACJ17-A012)

Article 12: Project Rekindle: Mending Broken Ties (ACJ17-A012)

Abstract
This paper introduces Project Rekindle, a ground-up initiative by Singapore Prison Service, Lutheran Community Care Services Ltd, and The Salvation Army, to mend and re-establish relationships between incarcerated individuals and their families to foster motivation for change. Project Rekindle adopts a restorative approach to provide a safe space for incarcerated individuals and their families to process the impact of harm and identify the expectations for change. Case illustrations and feedback were gathered from respective stakeholders to highlight the empowering process of authentic conversations amongst affected parties in safe spaces. The paper concludes by reaffirming humaneness in corrections, by recognizing the dignity and worth of incarcerated individuals, and emphasizing that supporting one’s rehabilitation is the responsibility of all.
 
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