‘The Right Road’ draws expertise from Catholic chaplains, charities and experts working in the field of criminal justice, to make recommendations for prison reform in today’s context.
Building upon ‘A Place of Redemption’ the ‘The Right Road’ draws expertise from Catholic chaplains, charities and experts working in the field of criminal justice, to make recommendations for reform in today’s context. With more than 85,000 men, women and young people in prison, there has never been a more important time for the Church to have a strong voice and clear message to policy makers.
Prisons are not isolated institutions standing disconnected from the outside world. They are an integral part of communities, and how we treat prisoners is a reflection upon our society. Prison reform is therefore all of our responsibility and I am confident that the following will provide a solid basis for the Church’s engagement in this most pressing challenge.
A Catholic approach to prison reform. Draws on expertise from Catholic charities, chaplains and experts working in this field.
A Catholic approach to sentencing reform which places victims at the heart of the criminal justice system while seeking a safer, healthier, and more rehabilitative prison estate.
A research document that looks at the spiritual and pastoral role of Catholic chaplains for Catholic prisoners.
A Christian approach to Punishment and Prison.
A research document that looks at the spiritual and pastoral role of Catholic chaplains for Catholic prisoners.
Prisons Week aims to encourage prayer and awareness of the needs of prisoners and their families, victims of offenders, prisons staff and all those who care
