Offender Rehabilitation: Can a Cheater Change Their Spots?
Offender rehabilitation offers an alternative to punitive sentencing, aiming to reduce crime in our communities. But does it work? Why invest in those causing harm? Can offenders truly change? This talk explores the key components of effective rehabilitation, focusing on evidence-based practices that reduce recidivism. We will examine various methods, from boot camps to prison-based group treatments, highlighting what works in helping offenders transform their lives. The discussion emphasizes tailored approaches that address individual needs and challenges the notion that "commonsense" approaches can reduce crime. This talk provides a nuanced understanding of the complexities of offender rehabilitation and its crucial role in creating safer communities.
Bio
Dr Jacinta Cording is a Senior Lecturer in Forensic Psychology in the School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing. Her research interests include understanding the support needs of victims/survivors of abuse, the rehabilitation of sexual and family violence offenders, and predicting risk of reoffending. She is a member of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abuse.
Event
Tuesday 10 September, 6:30pm @Two Thumb Manchester, 352 Manchester Street, Christchurch Central
Also speaking at this location at 8:00pm are Sara Tolbert & Kari Moana Te Rongopatahi
