A Perspective Framework for the Development of a Follow-up and Assistance Program for Released Prisoners

Abstract

This research article is a part of the project entitled “The Evaluation of the Follow-up of the Released Prisoners Program,” which aims to develop a program to monitor and provide assistance to those released from prison and compiles a network database to create a systematic process for aiding those released from prison. This research is qualitative research. Data were collected from a sample of 30 people, consisting of executives and operational officers of the Department of Corrections, network agencies, entrepreneurs, and organizations involved in post release monitoring and assistance to released prisoners. The opinions obtained from the sample group were exploited by the experts to develop an application with a follow-up and assistance program. To support and assist the released prisoners, the program consists of online job applications, emotional assessments, missions for the community and training courses, etc. The research results revealed that the majority of the sample group agreed that the application is interesting, not complicated, and easy to use. Moreover, the program can inspire pre-released prisoners and ex-convicts from prison. Therefore, for the continuity and sustainability of the application, government sectors or related agencies should provide formal announcements to support the use of the application along with cooperation between the Ministry of Justice and network agencies.