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Understanding recidivism and exploring AI’s potential in reducing reoffending
Seeking to minimise the challenge that recidivism represents to justice systems, a new bias-free AI system for predicting reoffending is being developed by an IPS partnered initiative. Aligned with EU legislation for non-discriminatory AI, this new system will help identifying which rehabilitation interventions should be prioritised to reduce the risk of recidivism more effectively.
Strengthening judicial authorities and frontline workers’ capacity to prevent child trafficking in Europe
IPS_Innovative Prison Systems is a key partner in a new initiative aimed at enhancing the capacity of judicial authorities and frontline workers in eight EU countries to combat child trafficking. The initiative will target trafficking networks that exploit
vulnerable children for forced labour, sexual exploitation, and other forms of abuse.
IPS_Innovative Prison Systems is a proud social investor in award-winning project supporting children of incarcerated young parents and their families
An inspiring initiative by Aproximar, Cooperativa de Solidariedade Social – in which IPS proudly serves as a social investor – has been honoured with a prestigious award for a project strengthening the bonds between young incarcerated parents and their children.
Exploiting Digitalisation to Increase the Use of Framework Decision 2008/947
IPS_Innovative Prison Systems is leading a new European project that aims to enhance cross-border judicial cooperation by facilitating knowledge of EU Member States’ probation systems through an innovative digital solution.
Advancing cross-sectoral collaboration for refugee integration and radicalisation prevention
In a recent gathering, researchers and frontline practitioners from across Europe came together to exchange insights on advancing cross-sectoral collaboration, aiming to reduce the vulnerability of refugees and asylum-seekers to radicalisation and enhance their successful integration.
Promoting civic engagement and education as key for integration
Amidst Europe ongoing efforts to support the integration of persons in refugee-like situations, a comprehensive consortium, combining research, human rights and educational organisations with refugee centres, is dedicated to assist when it comes to the sustained integration of youngsters.
IPS joins the 2024 Open Day on Innovation and European Cooperation Projects in Lisbon
The 2024 edition of the Open Day on Innovation and European Cooperation Projects, organised by the Portuguese General Directorate of Reintegration and Prison Services (DGRSP), IPS_Innovative Prison Systems, and Aproximar, provided a dynamic platform for sharing ideas, advancing innovation, and strengthening cooperation within the prison sector.
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.