The prison service said such family bonding initiatives are key in building support and reducing recidivism rates.
SINGAPORE: It has been four months since one inmate at Changi Prison Complex, who wanted to be known only as"Daniel", held his daughter.
“Such programmes are a good way for a father like me to get some personal space with her, to get this kind of bond with her.” Daniel adorned his side of the heart with flowers and rainbows with the words “Love of my Life”, the title of a haunting song of heartbreak from British rock band Queen.“I'm going through difficult times. But at the same time I appreciate that the prison has supported me. And I know that my daughter is well taken care of.”Programmes such as Sunday’s event that allow inmates to bond with their loved ones are valuable and highly-anticipated affairs, said organisers.
There are also briefing sessions to help inmates overcome their anxieties over how to engage their children after not seeing them for a period of time. “This relationship will continue to help the inmates when they reintegrate back into the society. Strengthened relationships will .”
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