Tag: Prisons

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Why the Dutch are closing prisons – and what they’re doing with empty ones The Dutch prison population has fallen so much that prisons are being repurposed for other uses. What went right? Culture Justice Society World
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The ‘healing forest’ planted by indigenous US inmates A project in Washington state has brought prisoners out of their cells to create a lush forest - and helped them reconnect with their land Conservation Environment Society
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‘We have the power to change our perceptions’ Positive News editor Lucy Purdy introduces the new issue of the magazine, which includes features about ageing, prisons and the co-operative... Editor's letter Opinion
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Digital Education for African Children A British charity is making a major difference to the lives of school children in Africa while also supporting their local community in the ... Education Youth

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