New project Insaperpective: Former prisoners find jobs!

Schwäbisch Gmünd fördert mit dem Projekt INSAperspektive die berufliche Integration entlassener Häftlinge seit 2016 erfolgreich.
With the insaper perspective, Schwäbisch Gmünd has successfully promoted the professional integration of released prisoners since 2016. (Symbolbild/MBW)

New project Insaperpective: Former prisoners find jobs!

In Schwäbisch Gmünd, a remarkable project has gone to a fuss that opened up new prospects in the world of work. The project, known as insperial perspective, is managed by social worker Josepha Schmid and has existed since 2016. The aim of the project is to support the reintegration of released prisoners into society and to help them find a permanent place in working life. Schmid takes an active approach and visits the prisoners before their release to support them in applications and to establish contacts with possible employers. [Remszeitung] (https://www.remszeitung.de/lokales/ostalbkreis/schwaebisch-gmuend/job-integration-fuer-Hänltinge-insapersperspherpersperte-in-gmuend-Unterstuetzt-J6K7QAOFGVEBNF5553TDSJ52NE. the management of Schmid is. It is noteworthy that the financing through the European Social Fund and the Employment Agency is ensured and extends by 2027. After that, however, the continuation remains uncertain.

The challenges for former prisoners are enormous. They are often excluded socially and face prejudices. Women in particular who have come into conflict with the law are strongly stigmatized. The reintegration is not an easy process; Many ex-prisoners not only fight with a job search, but also with questions of the living situation and the associated social challenges. RESAVTAGE 2010 emphasizes that effective programs to support these people are essential to increase their opportunities for a new, self-determined life.

especially in times of a shortage of skilled workers

Often employers often overlook the potential that former prisoners bring. The insaper perspective project shows that many of these former prisoners are motivated and reliable employees. A mediation rate of 40 to 50 percent underlines Schmid's success and her team. An example that illustrates the positive results is Nadine Schröder. After a prison sentence due to fraud, she managed to successfully integrate into the health system. Her discharge was accompanied by intensive preparation during detention, where she received support in the application and developed a clear plan for her professional future.

In training and further education during detention, the Federal Ministry of Justice also refers to the importance. According to bmj not only a punishment, but also a rehabilitation of the prisoners. Through educational and professional qualification programs, the chance of successful reintegration into society increases. This is crucial to promote a feeling of dignity and self -esteem and to lay a financial foundation stone that is of great importance for social stability.

The role of employers and social acceptance

One or the other company have already recognized the advantages that can result from a collaboration with the project insaper perspective. Employers who deal openly and honestly with the past of their new employees and are willing to give these opportunities are crucial for the success of the project. Clear communication and acceptance are essential in this process. The possibility of bringing former prisoners into a regulated employment relationship and also offering them living space is an important step in the right direction.

The support of various social actors is necessary to counter the prejudices. The process of reintegration can only work sustainably through a common effort, together with non -profit organizations and state programs. According to RESCTIVE 2010, the mix of individual support and social commitment is the key to success in order to successfully integrate former criminals into society and thus also contribute to increasing social security.

Josepha Schmid is available at any time for interested companies that want to become part of this integrative process. Together they can make a contribution to an inclusive society that offers for all opportunities.

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OrtSchwäbisch Gmünd, Deutschland
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