Co-creating a modern prison service through digital and innovation (PID050)

1.30pm – 2.05pm ACST, 25 May 2023 ‐ 35 mins

Parallel Workshops

Digitalisation of our services, from committal procedures to release, aims to enable transparent, tailored services, prioritising efficiency and effectiveness in a cohesive and holistic manner. Operating in an environment with increased technology focuses us to consider how we address stakeholder needs better while capturing value from new services. Embedding technological innovation requires careful strategic planning that supports a person centred collaborative and transparent culture, which benefits all stakeholders, prisoners, their families and staff.
 
Digital is a must for innovating educational programs, policies and practices. Increased digital literacy will support prisoner outcomes which leads to reductions in recidivism and improved public safety. By recognising and reinforcing positive outcomes for people in our custody, we aim to foster commitment from our staff and support individuals and teams to deliver good practice consistently in person-centred planning.