Prison conditions
We advocate for humane prison conditions as a prerequisite of fair criminal justice systems.
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Blog post
Less lethal equipment used in places of detention
The usage and types of equipment in prisons and other places of detention is wide ranging and varies from country to country. In this blog, the Omega Research Foundation reflects on the growth of less lethal weapons available to officers and ongoing efforts for transparency.
18th March 2020
Guidelines
Women in prison: mental health and well-being – a guide for prison staff
This guide is written to help understand how life in prison can affect a person’s mental health, with a focus on women. It describes how to recognise the signs of poor mental health and how best to respond. It also includes a checklist based on international human rights standards aimed to help with the implementation of key aspects of prison reform and advocacy initiatives in line with international standards and norms.
Languages: English