Intesa Sanpaolo supports the social and employment reintegration of inmates
Intesa Sanpaolo supports the social rehabilitation and reintegration into employment of prisoners, thanks to a business project developed in Como prison.
More specifically, the project allows 11 inmates to specialise in the construction of complex electrical panels thanks to a technical training course including a certificate of participation in the course for electrical wiring technician: a professionalisation activity that will facilitate their reintegration into the employment market.
The initiative, inspired by Don Gino Rigoldi, involved the regional education authorities and was also made possible by the involvement of the Bank's corporate clients. The Mektech group commissioned and committed to purchasing the switchboards developed by the inmates, while the Ozanam cooperative, which promotes the integration of people in difficulty into the world of work, plays the role of the inmates’ 'employer'.
Intesa Sanpaolo has supported the renovation of the laboratory space and - through the operating rental company Intesa Sanpaolo Rent Foryou - is providing the equipment and working tools free of charge for the first two years.
The initiative represents a virtuous model of public-private collaboration: a concrete response to support the social and employment reintegration of prisoners, in line with Intesa Sanpaolo's commitment to the inclusion of the most vulnerable, the reduction of inequalities and the fight against poverty.
The professionalisation of prisoners - why it is important
- According to data released by the National Council for Economics and Labour (CNEL) together with the Ministry of Justice, there are more than 60,000 people detained in Italian prisons.
- 70% are unfortunately likely to repeat offend, losing, after years of imprisonment, the chance for personal redemption and social rehabilitation.
- Also according to CNEL estimates, repeat offence rates drop to 2% when training and employment is started.
- The professionalisation of prisoners leads not only to a reduction in the recidivism rate, but also to lower burdens on the community, contributing to social reintegration, less prison saturation and more security for the territory.
Last updated 8 July 2024 at 18:39:58
