SINGAPORE - Members of the public here will be given the chance to weigh in on strategies to help former offenders stay on the right path and not return to a life of crime during a three-day virtual summit which kicked off on Tuesday (July 13).
The event is organised by the Community Action for the Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders (Care) Network and about 500 participants, including university students and faculty members, are expected to tune in.
Discussions will cover topics such as employment for former offenders, support for their families, and catering to the needs of different groups of former offenders such as youth, the elderly and those with mental-health concerns.
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A group that supports ex-offenders is providing more training for aftercare professionals. The aim is to create a vibrant aftercare community, so as to reduce the rate of recidivism. 2 related media assets (image or videos) available. Click to see the gallery.
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