The Ecosystem Model of the Country’s Prisons with an Emphasis on Prisoner Behavioral Reform (Case Study: Tehran Prisons Organization)
Keywords:
Ecosystem, National Prisons, Behavioral Reform, Tehran Prisons OrganizationAbstract
Prisoners, as a vulnerable group within society, face numerous challenges that not only affect their quality of life but also influence their successful reintegration into society. Prison conditions are recognized as a determining factor in the process of prisoner rehabilitation and reformation. In this regard, various factors, including hygiene and sanitation, security, the social environment, and educational and support programs, can play a significant role in reducing tensions and improving prisoners’ quality of life. This study seeks to examine the environmental and social conditions of prisons and identify the impact of rehabilitative and educational programs on prisoners’ capacity for successful reintegration into society. Furthermore, it investigates the economic and social support mechanisms that may facilitate this process. This research was conducted using a qualitative approach and employed in-depth interview content analysis methods. The study population consisted of inmates from several selected prisons, as well as staff members and specialists working in the field of correction and rehabilitation. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews using purposive sampling to ensure a comprehensive examination of diverse perspectives. Data analysis was performed using thematic analysis to identify key patterns and concepts. Through ongoing data collection and continuous analysis, theoretical saturation was ultimately achieved, such that no new data contributed substantial additional information to the findings. This process enabled the generation of more precise results regarding the effects of prison conditions and rehabilitative programs on prisoner rehabilitation.
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