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Inmates in Saxony-Anhalt Pursue Education and Vocational Training Within Prison Walls
In the historic region of Saxony-Anhalt, inmates aren't just passing the time behind bars—they're studying for their school leaving certificates and honing their vocational skills. A total of 28 inmates managed to secure a main or intermediate school leaving certificate last year, while 22 completed initial vocational training or retraining, as per the Ministry of Justice in Magdeburg.
The juvenile detention center in Raßnitz is leading the charge in education. Last year, 13 inmates earned their main school leaving certificate, and 9 others achieved the intermediate school leaving certificate. Notably, 2 of the former trainees were awarded as the best in their field by the IHK for their stellar performance.
At the Burg near Magdeburg prison, 5 inmates obtained the main school leaving certificate, and 1 earned the intermediate school leaving certificate. However, the ongoing exams for school leaving certificates this year and the lack of registration for vocational training suggest that this year may not see the same number of success stories.
In skilled trades, inmates at Raßnitz have shown exceptional talent, with 2 completing initial vocational training as carpenters, 5 graduating as skilled construction workers, and 4 excelling in metal technology.
Distance learning is also making a difference in the lives of some inmates, although specific details about the student's field of study were not available. At the prisons in Burg and Halle, reschooling plays a crucial role, with a total of 11 inmates training as warehouse logistics specialists, wood mechanics, or skilled construction workers. A single student stands out among the state's approximately 1,460 inmates.
In a statement, Saxony-Anhalt's Minister of Justice, Franziska Weidinger (CDU), emphasized the importance of education for inmates. "Education within the penal system is not just about acquiring knowledge; it's a vital aspect of rehabilitation and a chance for personal transformation. The skills and knowledge these inmates gain give them hope and self-confidence. Education opens paths to a life free of crime, benefiting both the individual and society."
Regrettably, information about the specific distance learning and vocational training programs available for inmates in Saxony-Anhalt is limited. However, in many German prisons, inmates are offered a range of educational and vocational training opportunities, including basic education, craft courses, and distance learning options. For more detailed information, contacting the Saxony-Anhalt state government or local prison authorities is advised.
- The Community policy in Saxony-Anhalt emphasizes the significance of education and vocational training within prisons, as shown by the 22 inmates who completed initial vocational training or retraining last year.
- Online education is starting to make a difference in the lives of some inmates, with distance learning programs providing opportunities for inmates to continue their education and self-development, such as the 11 inmates training as warehouse logistics specialists, wood mechanics, or skilled construction workers.
