HOPE project - Holistic Radicalisation Prevention Initiative

“(…) Considering prison administration as critical entities and prisons as critical infrastructures also aligns with the broader EU goal of harmonising security standards across member states. The disparity in the security protocols and conditions of detention facilities across Europe is marked. Recognising these facilities as critical infrastructure will necessitate a baseline of resilience that all member states must achieve, thereby elevating security throughout the EU. Investing in the resilience of prison systems is cost-effective. Enhanced security technologies, more effective training for prison staff, better prison intelligence, and the use of evidence-based rehabilitation and desistance approaches, reduces the likelihood of incidents that require expensive emergency responses.

Considering prisons administrations as critical entities and the strategic inclusion of prisons in Europe’s list of critical infrastructures is not merely an administrative adjustment. It is a necessary evolution in our approach to national and continental security. As we witness the complex interplay of organised crime, radicalisation, extremism, and terrorism in the 21st century, our resilience strategies must adapt. By strengthening these institutions against the manifold threats they face, we not only enhance their capacity to function effectively but also safeguard society at large from the cascading effects of their potential failure.

Where does your prison service stand in the overall discussion on the definition of critical entities and critical infrastructures?

The time to act is now, ensuring that resilience in the face of evolving threats remains robust and responsive to the needs of a secure, stable Europe.”

Read my article at the JUSTICE TRENDS Magazine on this topic and let me know your views on it.

The Strategic Consideration of Prison Administrations as Critical Entities and Prisons as Critical Infrastructures: A Necessary Shift in the European Security Policy Highlighting the necessity of including prisons in the EU’s list of critical infrastructures.

𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 for 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐂𝐏𝐀 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 2024 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞?

This year's conference, hosted by the Singapore Prison Service and organized by the International Corrections and Prisons Association, is a must-attend event for anyone involved in corrections and the justice system.

I am looking forward to explore and discuss new ideas and innovations around the conference crucial topic of "𝐄𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐦".

The conference promises to be an exciting, informative, and enriching event that brings together fellow professionals to collectively work towards improving the quality of corrections.

I am looking forward to attending and hope to see you there!

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🌟 New insights from HOPE Final Conference: Don’t miss this short interview with Ion-Daniel Zaharia, Deputy Governor of Jilava Penitentiary in Romania, a project partner in the HOPE initiative.

🧑‍🏫 Discover how HOPE's training initiatives marked a crucial milestone for Jilava Penitentiary. Mr Zaharia reveals that it was the first time their staff engaged in radicalisation prevention training, leaving them better equipped to handle offenders with these tendencies.

🔄 Uncover the challenges and the prospective potential of implementing the HOPE approach and resources across Romania, including staff acceptance hurdles and the policymakers' compromise with the project.

HOPE Conference Interviews: Ion-Daniel Zaharia, Deputy Governor of Jilava Penitentiary, Romania How familiar are you with the work and achievements of the HOPE project – Holistic Radicalisation Prevention Initiative?At our Final Conference, we pulled as...

🎙️ Dive into a quick interview with Emanuel Banutai, Deputy Director-General of the Slovenian Prison Administration, in the scope of the HOPE Final Conference!

📚 Mr Banutai shares how participating in the project was a valuable learning experience for the prison administration, and he expresses their interest in further tailoring the project's results to the Slovenian context, integrating them into their training and education activities.

👇 Learn more about the Slovenian Prison Administration's journey with the HOPE project:

HOPE Conference Interview: Emanuel Banutai, Deputy Director-General, Slovenian Prison Administration How familiar are you with the work and achievements of the HOPE project – Holistic Radicalisation Prevention Initiative?At our Final Conference, we pulled as...

👂🗨️ With our focus on promoting cooperation and tailoring the HOPE holistic approach to the unique context of each country, we sought insights from stakeholders on how they can implement the developed results.

Alina Kvitka, Acting Head of the Scientific Activity and International Cooperation Office at the Penitentiary Academy of Ukraine shares her feedback from the HOPE project Final Conference.

🎓 Ms Kvitka discusses how the acquired knowledge can be integrated into their educational process, and across the various criminal justice departments.

💡Watch now and join the conversation!

HOPE Conference Interviews: Alina Kvitka, Penitentiary Academy of Ukraine How familiar are you with the work and achievements of the HOPE project – Holistic Radicalisation Prevention Initiative?At our Final Conference, we pulled as...

💬 One of the key contributors to the HOPE Final Conference Roundtable, was the Head of the Peacebuilding Unit of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Jason Aplon.

🎤 We extended the conversation about his perspectives on the multidimensional challenges of preventing radicalisation into a short interview focusing on how the HOPE project results can contribute to improving outcomes.

Mr. Aplon highlights the versatility of the HOPE tools, that extend beyond prisons and probation, offering valuable support for other stakeholders like IOM, involved in community-based reintegration and other deradicalisation efforts.

🔗 He advocates for stronger connections across different sectors involved in this field, emphasising the need to bridge the gaps between the judicial side and those working in reintegration and human rights.

Find out more about HOPE’s integrated approach. 🧩

HOPE Conference Interviews: Jason Aplon, International Organization for Migration How familiar are you with the work and achievements of the HOPE project – Holistic Radicalisation Prevention Initiative?At our Final Conference, we pulled as...

▶️ 🎞️ Join us to hear the insights of Dorin Muresan, Chair of the Staff Training and Development Network of the International Corrections and Prisons Association (ICPA), in our series of short interviews recorded on the floor of the HOPE Final Conference.

📌 Mr Muresan highlights the pioneering aspect of the project, crafted through the collaborative efforts of practitioners in direct contact with radicalised individuals.

🌐 He also emphasises the importance of building connections, such as the HOPE Network, to enhance knowledge sharing and foster meaningful partnerships among practitioners. 🤝

HOPE Conference Interviews: Dorin Muresan, Chair of ICPA's Staff Training and Development Network How familiar are you with the work and achievements of the HOPE project – Holistic Radicalisation Prevention Initiative?At our Final Conference, we pulled as...

🤝💡 The Slovenian Probation Administration was a key partner of the HOPE project.

In this short interview with Director-General Danijela Mrhar Prelić, you can learn more about their interest in deepening staff’s understanding of effective radicalisation prevention and enhancing preparedness for the challenges that may lie ahead.

💪 Emphasising the significance of multilateral cooperation in achieving successful reintegration, Director Prelić, delves into the collaborative efforts of the project in its mission against radicalisation.

🔍 Stay tuned for more insights from the HOPE Final Conference participants.

HOPE Expert Interviews: Danijela Mrhar Prelić, Director-General, Slovenian Probation Administration How familiar are you with the work and achievements of the HOPE project – Holistic Radicalisation Prevention Initiative?At our Final Conference, we pulled as...

👉 At the HOPE Final Conference, Mr Predrag Šofranac, Regional P/CVE Programme Manager at the Council of Europe, took the stage to present the Council's initiatives supporting prison services in the Western Balkan countries facing radicalisation issues. 🎙️

🔎 In this post-conference short interview, Mr Šofranac highlights how HOPE has contributed to equipping prison and probation staff with new tools, enhancing their abilities to prevent radicalisation.

He also stresses that this complex issue demands a whole-of-society solution, and how HOPE has successfully brought together relevant actors, fostering discussion towards a common goal of achieving a holistic solution.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaWQeTLO3S4

Learn more about the HOPE Project at www.hope-radproject.org

HOPE Conference Interviews: Predrag Šofranac, Regional P/CVE Programme Manager, Council of Europe How familiar are you with the work and achievements of the HOPE project – Holistic Radicalisation Prevention Initiative?At our Final Conference, we pulled as...

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗢𝗣𝗘 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 – 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲? Dive into a captivating series of short interviews straight from the floor of the HOPE Final Conference, held at the end of last year in Lisbon.

🎤 First up, Pedro Liberado, Board Member and Chief Research Officer at IPS_Innovative Prison Systems, introduces the project and highlights the benefits of its innovative products.

📚 Discover the power of the HOPE approach, and its valuable resources for practitioners including a training course, mentoring programme, and vibrant network and knowledge hub.

Don't miss out on the outcomes of this initiative, and how they can enhance the practitioner’s understanding of effective radicalisation prevention!

HOPE Project overview: Pedro Liberado, Board Member and CRO, IPS_Innovative Prison Systems How familiar are you with the work and achievements of the HOPE project – Holistic Radicalisation Prevention Initiative?At our Final Conference, Pedro Libera...

🌍👥 The HOPE International Conference was a significant milestone in the project’s journey. 🤝 Gathering more than 50 experts and decision-makers, it was the stage for invaluable transnational discussions and knowledge-sharing on the topic of radicalisation prevention in the criminal justice sector, and beyond.

🔍 Discover the noteworthy achievements of this successful initiative, exploring the comprehensive strategies developed to address radicalisation challenges, especially in the Balkans region.

📖 Read the full piece to find an overview of the multifaceted discussions and conversations that engaged participants during this important event:

International conference unveils comprehensive strategies to tackle radicalisation in the criminal justice system and beyond In a remarkable event in Lisbon, more than 50 experts and decision-makers gathered to discuss radicalisation prevention, foster collaboration and share insights to develop tailored solutions in the scope of preventing and countering violent extremism.