10 KEY PRINCIPLES The design of individual sentence plans takes into account prisoners’ likely situation on release, in terms of their family situation, housing, employment prospects, ongoing health needs and the availability of community-based support programmes. Prisoners are provided with appropriate pre-release and post-release support. 06 Holistic Rehabilitation programmes take a holistic approach aimed at tackling the root causes of offending and developing female prisoners’ different sets of skills and knowledge. Given the broad range of social and personal issues that female prisoners face, programmes also combine support in different areas such as mental health, housing, relationships and addiction. Such integrated programmes provide prisoners with practical life skills in preparation for their release, aim to improve their confidence and self-esteem, and help them address other problems they may face such as poverty, homelessness or substance abuse. 07 08 Based on market needs Work and training opportunities for women prisoners are based on research into the real needs of the community and of the market needs for employment. There are clear pathways to potential employment for women in prison. Prisons periodically assess the programmes offered to see if they fit the profile of the female prisoner population and are relevant to the job market. Sustainable and consistent Good linkages exist between prison-based programmes and community-based interventions to ensure relevance and continuity of support for female prisoners. It is possible for prisoners to continue or complete programmes of learning after their release, to ensure that the time and efforts they put into learning in prison are not wasted and to ensure a smooth transition from prison to the community. Unless absolutely necessary, education, training, work, health and wellbeing programmes are protected from frequent interruptions due to transfers and security measures. 09 Good quality Prison educators are properly qualified and trained to the same standard as educators in the community. Prison educators receive specialised training on working with women and girls in prison and understanding their backgrounds. Prisoners participating in education and training programmes are safe and free from abuse. Health and safety standards are consistent with international standards and programmes are free from corruption and exploitation. 10 Evidence-based Rehabilitation programmes are based on a detailed analysis of the profile of the prisoner population, gaps, resources and market needs. Structures are in place to oversee implementation of rehabilitation strategies and programmes are regularly monitored and evaluated against gender-responsive indicators, with the direct involvement of prisoners. Independent monitors have access to information about rehabilitation programmes in order to check they are being applied fairly, consistently, and in accordance with international human rights standards. Penal Reform International and Thailand Institute of Justice | Guide to the rehabilitation and social reintegration of women prisoners | 49