Workshop Day: Monday, 24th March 2025

8:55 am - 9:00 am Introduction and Opening Remarks

9:00 am - 10:30 am Revolutionising Corrections: Tech-Driven Training and Smarter Facilities

Step into the future of corrections with this unmissable session on harnessing cutting-edge technology and transformative training strategies. Discover how AI, predictive analytics, and digital tools are reshaping prison management and enabling smarter, safer facilities. Learn to equip corrections staff with advanced skills in conflict resolution, leadership, and trauma-informed care to meet the demands of a tech-driven environment. From automated monitoring systems to integrating holistic rehabilitation programs, this session is your guide to building resilient, future-ready corrections teams and facilities.  

  

Key Takeaways and Learnings:  

  

  • Tech-Driven Solutions: Explore AI, predictive analytics, and automation for efficient and secure corrections management.  
  • Advanced Staff Training: Learn how to upskill staff with cutting-edge digital literacy, leadership, and conflict management capabilities.  
  • Smarter Rehabilitation: Discover how technology can enhance mental health support, education, and vocational training programs.  
  • Future-Ready Strategies: Gain actionable insights to implement innovative systems and processes in correctional facilities. 


10:30 am - 11:00 am Connect over coffee

11:00 am - 12:30 pm Boosting Mental and Physical Wellbeing in Corrections

Corrections staff operate in one of the most high-pressure environments, making mental and physical wellbeing a mission-critical priority. This session dives into practical strategies for tackling stress, preventing burnout, and building long-term resilience. Discover how wellness initiatives, mental health support systems, and professional counselling can transform staff wellbeing and performance. Gain actionable insights to foster a healthier, more motivated workforce that is equipped to handle the unique challenges of corrections. 

  

Key Takeaways and Learnings: 

  • Resilience-Building Techniques: Learn proven methods for stress management and burnout prevention tailored specifically for corrections staff. 
  • Wellness Innovations: Explore impactful wellness initiatives and programmes to enhance employee mental and physical health. 
  • Mental Health Support Systems: Understand the value of professional counselling and creating a culture that prioritises staff wellbeing. 
  • Actionable Frameworks: Leave with practical tools and strategies to implement sustainable wellbeing initiatives in your organisation. 


12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch Break - Savor, Share, and Socialise

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Hackathon: Designing the Correctional Facility of the Future

Step into the role of visionary innovators in this dynamic, fast-paced hackathon! Participants will form teams to conceptualise and design a correctional facility of the future that integrates cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and rehabilitative solutions. Drawing inspiration from AI-powered monitoring systems, smart infrastructure, and holistic inmate rehabilitation programmes, each team will present their ideas to the audience for feedback and discussion. 

  

The focus will be on crafting facilities that are not only efficient and secure but also prioritise staff wellbeing, inmate reform, and community reintegration. Think beyond traditional boundaries to reimagine what modern corrections can achieve. 

 

Takeaways: 

  • Insight into emerging trends and technologies revolutionising correctional facilities. 
  • Practical ideas for integrating technology and sustainability into facility design. 
  • Actionable strategies to enhance rehabilitation outcomes and staff productivity.