The Platform
The Platform
2 December 2021 / Organization
Penal Reform International (PRI) is a non-governmental organisation working globally to promote criminal justice systems that uphold human rights for all and do no harm—including older people. We promote practical reform of criminal justice systems to bring about systematic and comprehensive change. We apply international standards that promote alternatives to detention and, where detention is necessary, improved and humane conditions. To make our work successful, impactful and sustainable, we develop strong ties with a variety of actors. Our independence and specialised expertise make us a valued partner for governments, parliaments and state agencies, independent state bodies, international organisations, and national and international civil society organisations.
We work to make criminal justice systems non-discriminatory and protect the rights of disadvantaged people. We run practical human rights programmes and support reforms that make criminal justice fair and effective. Our primary objectives are to secure trials that are impartial, sentencing practices that are proportionate and promote social rehabilitation, and humane conditions of detention where alternatives to imprisonment are not possible.
Age-friendly Environments
Global
Civil Society Organization
criminal justice, prison, detention, older persons