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Unlocking child-friendly Justice: The hidden key to reform lies in staff training policies
In an international conference that brought together experts from across Europe to discuss critical issues in juvenile delinquency, IPS presented the ARISA Child project,
with a focus on its policy paper ‘Reforming Youth Corrections’, which outlines actionable recommendations to ensure justice staff are equipped to meet the developmental needs of children in conflict with the law.
ICJS and IPS Showcase HORUS 360 iOMS at the 2024 IJIS Institute Corrections Technology Leadership Forum
Orlando, Florida | December 10-12, 2024 – ICJS Innovative Criminal Justice Solutions / IPS Innovative Prison Systems are honored to sponsor and participate, as IJIS member, in the prestigious 2024 IJIS Institute Corrections Technology Leadership Forum. This year, ICJS and IPS will highlight their flagship solution, the HORUS 360 iOMS Intelligent Offender Management System, a cutting-edge platform redefining offender management and correctional operations.
IPS’ CEO joins leading experts at event organised by INTERPOL to discuss the future of offender management
Organised by the INTERPOL Responsible Artificial Intelligence Lab (I-RAIL), Innovation Centre Directorate, part of the INTERPOL General Secretariat, the event brought together more than 180 participants from 48 countries to share strategies and experiences in the digital transformation of correctional services. Pedro das Neves, CEO of IPS_Innovative Prison Systems / ICJS Innovative Criminal Justice Solutions, opened the session with a presentation on next-generation prison and offender management systems.
Frontline practitioners’ gathering reiterates the importance of cross-sectoral collaboration in preventing radicalisation and refugee integration
In an online workshop, researchers and frontline practitioners from across Europe came together to share their expertise and experience supporting the integration of refugees and asylum seekers, highlighting a shared commitment to addressing the
challenges of radicalisation and supporting their integration into European societies.
IPS collaborates with UNODC in radicalisation prevention and terrorism challenges in Central Asia
IPS_Innovative Prison Systems participated in two UNODC-led initiatives in Tajikistan, focused on strengthening security and counter-terrorism efforts in Central Asia. These efforts addressed critical challenges related to radicalisation, terrorism, and the management of foreign terrorist fighters, emphasising practical collaboration and regional capacity building.
Leading the way in fostering education in digital democracy and citizenship
IPS_Innovative Prison Systems is a key partner in a new initiative aimed at promoting digital democracy and citizenship among Europe’s youth. Bringing together NGOs, tech companies, research bodies, and universities, this collaboration strives to equip young people with crucial skills for civic engagement, social inclusion, and employability in an increasingly digital world.
Enhancing victims’ rights in hate and extremism cases across Europe
In a significant shift within the P/CVE field, a new IPS-partnered initiative brings together a consortium of key European institutions aiming to contribute to the effective and coherent implementation of legislation and practices that protect victims’ rights, focusing on hate and (violent) extremism incidents.
European Summit promotes innovative VR training to address prison aggression
A European initiative is advancing its use of Virtual Reality (VR) technology to manage
aggression in prison environments. Through immersive VR simulations, the
programme provides detainees with skills in self-regulation and prosocial behaviour
while training prison staff in de-escalation and intervention techniques. A three-day
summit in Ankara brought together experts from across Europe to further develop and
test VR-based strategies, combining theoretical sessions, hands-on VR practice, and
field visits.
IPS honours Dr. Frank Porporino for lifetime contributions to evidence-based prison reform
Recently, the IPS_Innovative Prison Systems team gathered in Porto, Portugal, for a three-day in-person meeting. The event welcomed several special guests, including Dr. Frank Porporino, a renowned expert in corrections and advisor for IPS, to whom IPS presented an honorary award for his lifetime dedication to advancing evidence based policies, practices, and the humane treatment of incarcerated individuals.
IPS celebrates over 20 years of partnership with the Portuguese Reintegration and Prison Services in advancing correctional practices
IPS_Innovative Prison Systems recently celebrated over 20 years of collaboration with DGRSP (Portuguese Directorate-General for Reintegration and Prison Services), highlighting their joint efforts in improving correctional services and promoting positive change within the justice system. A partnership recognition memento was presented to DGRSP during
IPS’s team “Get Together Event”
held in Porto from October 9 to 11, 2024.
IPS-partnered radicalisation prevention project shortlisted for the 2024 European Social Services Awards
Over the past 3 years, a European partnership has made significant strides in the empowerment of practitioners as a key to building inclusive and resilient communities. This initiative is now one of 45 shortlisted projects for the European Social Services Awards, which celebrates innovative projects that meet the social, economic, and cultural needs of communities in Europe.
Honouring legacy and innovation: IPS gathers for a transformative meeting in Porto
The IPS_Innovative Prison Systems team recently gathered in Porto, Portugal, for an engaging and productive three-day in-person meeting. Joined by several distinguished guests and key specialists in corrections and justice, the team reflected on their achievements and discussed strategies for the future, in a collaborative atmosphere.
Redefining community policing: Innovative solutions for modern challenges
A new EU-funded project aims to support community policing by focusing on small, decentralized police units that work closely with local communities. In response to Europe’s rapidly evolving demographic, technological, and economic landscape, the project integrates reactive, proactive, and co-active policing approaches, empowering law enforcement to engage effectively with socially complex environments.
Strengthening procedural rights across the EU in early criminal proceedings
IPS_Innovative Prison Systems leads a pivotal European initiative aimed at enhancing the respect for procedural rights in the initial stages of criminal proceedings across the EU.
IPS achieves DGERT certification: Advancing professional training in the Justice sector
IPS_Innovative Prison Systems has received training certification from the Portuguese Directorate-General for Employment and Labour Relations (DGERT), marking official recognition of the quality and compliance of its training programmes with the regulatory requirements in Portugal. This achievement reinforces the organisation’s commitment to providing excellent training services.
IPS_Innovative Prison Systems plays a key role in 5th Regional Dialogue on Prison Management in Latin America
Held from September 25-27, 2024, in Santiago, the dialogue gathered high-ranking government officials from over ten Latin American countries, with ministers of justice,
general directors, and penitentiary administrators in attendance. This critical event focused on improving prison systems across the region through innovation and collaboration.
Digital inclusion for young people in educational centres takes a step forward
A recent event in Lisbon brought together 19 participants to discuss the successful pilot of a secure digital learning platform designed for young people in educational centres. The platform aims to equip them with essential vocational and digital skills to support their reintegration into society.
IPS Shares Innovations and Insights at the ICPA Annual Conference in Singapore
As a Silver Corporate Member of the ICPA, IPS played an active role in both presentations and discussions throughout the International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA) Annual Conference, held in Singapore from September 1 to 6, 2024.