Presentation: Specifics of working with young offender (2023)

This training was hosted by the Training Centre for the Prison Staff in Croatia. From 3 – 5 October 2023, the training covered a number of different important lessons when working with young offenders.

The goal of this training is to raise awareness among prison officers about the specifics of working with young people in the prison system. After the training, participants will understand better the development process of young people as well as behavioral disorders.

The focus was also on understanding the reasons for establishing a quality relationship as a basis for working with young offenders. Good practices of communication skills and teamwork were exchanged among the participants. As part of the benefits of the training, a better insight into the importance of mental health and self-awareness was also addressed.

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