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We regret to inform you that a dear friend and member of our ICPA family passed away earlier this month.

The inaugural Innovation in Prisons Infrastructure Conference (IPIC), titled "Sustainable Planning and Design for Better Corrections," concluded successfully in Istanbul. Hosted by the Türkiye Ministry of Justice and the General Directorate of Prisons and Detention Houses and delivered in partnership with the International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA) and The European Organisation of Prison and Correctional Services (EuroPris), the event marked a significant milestone in global corrections infrastructure development.

The Technology in Corrections Conference (TIC) 2024, co-organized by the International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA) and the European Organisation of Prison and Correctional Services (EuroPris), was an important turning point in the global transformation of correctional systems.

We are excited to announce an upcoming webinar hosted by the International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA), focusing on the significant impact of operational research on correctional practices

ICPA is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the First African Conference on Health in Detention, held from July 3 to July 5, 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya. This landmark event brought together over 120 delegates from more than 25 countries.

Last week, the historic Pilsudski Square in Poland was the venue for an inspiring Graduation Ceremony for Prison Officers of the Polish Prison Service.

The prestigious event was hosted and co-organised with the General Directorate for the Execution of Sanctions, Ministry of Justice, Bulgaria.

We are excited to announce an upcoming webinar that will delve into the important topic of child advocacy within the field of juvenile justice. The webinar is scheduled for the 22nd of July, 2024, at 15.00 BST.

Between June 10 and June 12, 2024, the Second Regional Congress on Security, Intelligence, and Penitentiary Administration took place in Guatemala.

Calling all researchers and practitioners! We're thrilled to announce the call for papers for the 18th Edition of Advancing Corrections.”

This agreement was signed in The Hague, Netherlands during the 6th World Congress on Probation and Parole, and represents a significant step forward in our shared mission to promote excellence, innovation, and best practices in the field of corrections.

The first global Women in Corrections Conference (WICC) will be held from 19 to 21 February 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand.

The webinar will provide an enlightening dive into the latest research, featuring a stellar line-up of internationally renowned speakers, each providing unique perspectives on the theme.

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is calling for experienced contractors to help construct a new prison facility Point Blanche Prison and House of Detention in Sint Maarten, Dutch Caribbean​.

Today, 15 April 2024, Natalie Boal, Executive Director, International Corrections and Prisons Association, and Phiset Sa-ardyen, Executive Director, Thailand Institute of Justice, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to host and co-organize the first Women in Corrections Conference in Bangkok Thailand, from 19 to 21 February 2025.

The Government of Montserrat is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Prison Officer, His Majesty’s Prison.

The 1st African Conference on Health in Detention will take place from 3 - 5 July 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya

Plea for Support as Prisons Burn - Correctional and Healthcare Staff in Haiti Need Your Help

In the ever-evolving landscape of corrections, the International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA) continues to be at the forefront of promoting innovation and best practices. ICPA’s Practice Transfer Advisory Committee (PTAC) is one of the ways the Association showcases this commitment.

These documents symbolize the association's unwavering commitment to influencing correctional practices on a global scale and setting an ambitious roadmap for the future.