Mandela Rules: Rule 2, paragraph 2 says, Rule 2 ... 2. In order for the principle of
Question:
Mandela Rules: Rule 2, paragraph 2 says,
Rule 2 ... 2. In order for the principle of non-discrimination to be put into practice, prison administrations shall take account of the individual needs of prisoners, in particular the most vulnerable categories in prison settings. Measures to protect and promote the rights of prisoners with special needs are required and shall not be regarded as discriminatory.
Based on the above rule, the Prison should put special measures in place for the protection and rights of prisoners with special needs, such as, disabled persons, older prisoners, religious minorities, foreign nationals, members of the LGBTQ community, and prisoners who are substance abusers.
If you were in charge of a Prison, what is a special measure or program that you would institute to assist each of the following groups. Answer in no more than one or two sentences.
Disabled persons:
Older prisoners:
Religious minorities:
Foreign nationals:
LGBTQ community members:
Prisoners who are substance abusers: