Fair and effective corrections systems are a basis for just societies, a measure of their humanity and an important element of a safe and secure environment. When founded on respect for international human rights norms and standards, corrections systems reinforce the rule of law. All this is at the core of United Nations activities. By rehabilitating and reintegrating past offenders and protecting communities from violent crime, effective corrections systems contribute to the stabilization of post-conflict societies. Click here to download full report