Effective resettlement for prisoners and ex-offenders by supporting social and emotional aspirations 25 September 2007
The significance of social and emotional aspirations in working with vulnerable people Gerard Lemos Lemos&Crane, SupportActionNet Project Director
Identity Why identity is important Building a sense of independence Developing a positive sense of self Overcoming negative identities Achieving personal goals
Relationships Why relationships are important On-going relationships Re-establishing past relationships Increasing the chances for love Meeting someone new
Family and Friends Why family and friends are important Mapping important relationships Strengthening family ties Being more outgoing Making new friends
Themes to explore in thinking about prisoners and ex-offenders Work in prisons to improve confidence, self-esteem and optimism Work with prisoners to plan for effective resettlement Housing and related support services for ex-offenders that foster sustainable and socially fulfilling lives Improved partnership working to commission and deliver effective new approaches to resettlement and support