Challenges of Re-offenders in Their Re-integration into Their Respective Communities: Ziway Federal Correction Center in Focus

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the challenges that released re-
their respective communities the
case of Ziway Federal Correction Center. The researcher used a sequential
explanatory design to study and understand the nature of problems. The data
were collected from 60 participants using questionnaires and out these
participants seven participants were also randomly selected for interview.
Questionnaires and semi structure interviews were used. Qualitative data
were analyzed thematically and the quantitative were analyzed through
descriptive statistics. The study revealed that the formation of former
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differently. There were no reintegration programs for serving released
prisoners while they reintegrate into their respective communities. Moreover,
in their transition process re-offenders faced varies obstacles that originated
from ineffective pre-release plan in correctional institutions and as well as a
post release intervention in various social agencies that deal with re-
when leaving correctional facilities have limited
human capital that prevent them from accession to different opportunities
available in the society. In addition, problems of accommodations, financial
constraints, stigmatization, drug addiction problems, low educational
backgrounds, lack of positive social support, establishing gang networks had hurdled their integration to their respective communities. Based on the findings of the study some recommendations were also forwarded.