1325 and gender in prison context
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1325 and Gender in Prison context. General on women and imprisonment. Women constitute a small proportion of the general prison population worldwide (around 10 %) Studies have shown that the number of female in prison is increasing in a faster rate than of the male - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
1325 and
Gender in Prison context
General on women and General on women and
imprisonmentimprisonment Women constitute a small proportion of the general prison
population worldwide (around 10 %)
Studies have shown that the number of female in prison is increasing in a faster rate than of the male
Prisons facilities and rules are designed with regard to males inmates needs
Prisons approach to the treatment of women replicates the exiting norms in the society.
Needs of women in a prison context
The change in the composition of the prison population has highlighted the shortcomings in almost all prison systems in meeting the gender-specific needs of women prisoners.
Due to their small numbers, women prisoners are discriminated against in many ways
Need of guidance and measures
Need of measures to reduce or eliminate discrimination by changing management practices
The increasing requirement to address the situation of female offenders has been emphasised by the United Nations in various contexts.
As a vulnerable group in prison
Particular attention being paid to the special problems which women offenders encounter, such as pregnancy and child care.
It is common for young children to accompany their mothers to prison
It is not uncommon for families to abandon female relatives that have committed crimes
Many females inmates often are from poor and marginalized communities
As a vulnerable group in prison
Domestic violence against women and their sexual abuse prior to imprisonment have been documented in countries worldwide. Women who are admitted to prison are more likely than men to suffer from mental disabilities, often as a result of domestic violence, physical and sexual abuse (UNODC)
Women who are admitted to prison are more likely than men to suffer from mental disabilities, often as a result of domestic violence, physical and sexual abuse (UNODC)
Specific needs to keep dignity as womem
Greater basics needs (food, hygiene, medical care)
Greater needs of protection (other prisoners, guards)
Greater need of separation from males
Need of categorization and individaulisation
Classicification and individualisation More familly visits and communication
No discremination regarding:– Work (men and women) – Convicted (men and women)– Recreation (men and women)
Your Role after this session ?
Advocate to raise awareness on vulnerability of women in prison
Advocate for gender balance among prisons staff including management level
Mobilise key players and country leaders on women’s leaving conditions in prison
Raise awareness on prison as an important Rule of Law component to protect the society.
Advocate on the importance of HR- approach to prison management
Prisons as a mirror of countries development’s level
It is said that no one truly knows a nation until one has been inside the jails. A nation should not be judged by how it treats its highest citizens, but its lowest one”
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