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PRI signs an agreement to support demilitarisation of the prison service in the Central African Republic
The agreement with signed with the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic to provide support in developing a strategy for demilitarisation of the prison service.
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Expert meeting at PRI on mental health in prisons
The aim of the meeting was to provide input into a publication that will give guidance to front-line prison staff to identify and support prisoners’ mental health needs.
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PRI participates in US Congress hearing on international prison reform
The hearing, which was organised by the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission, discussed 'Advancing Human Rights through International Prison Reform'.
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PRI to co-organise World Congress on Justice for Children
The Congress, which will look at strengthening justice systems for children, will take place in Paris from 28–30 May 2018.
PRI attends World Health Organization meeting on prisons and health
The aim of the meeting was to bring together experts in the field of prison and public health, and to share information and good practices on drugs and drug-related harms in prison.
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PRI’s Central Asia office receives EU award marking Human Rights Day
The award, which was given by the European Union in Kazakhstan, recognised PRI’s work to improve access to justice for vulnerable groups.
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OSCE/ODIHR meeting explores importance of independent detention monitoring to protect human rights while preventing violent extremism and radicalisation
The workshop was organised in partnership with PRI on 4 and 5 December 2017 in Warsaw.
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PRI live-streams award-winning play to mark International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
The play highlights the complex journey that women who come into contact with the criminal justice system face, and the impact of gender violence.
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Preventing violent extremism in prison: joint UNDP, UNODC & PRI consulation
Two UN organisations – UNDP and UNODC – joined with PRI to hold a joint consultation with international experts and practitioners in Amman.
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PRI attends launch of the Irish Penal Reform Trust’s Progress in the Penal System report
The report sets out the purpose and policy goals of a major three-year project monitoring human rights and best practice in Ireland’s prison system.