– initiative forms part of Prison Service’s 42nd anniversary celebrations

AS part of efforts to build public awareness and strengthen ties with communities, officers from the Lusignan Prison recently conducted a two-day outreach at the Mon Repos and Lusignan markets, where they engaged citizens on the role and work of the Guyana Prison Service (GPS).

The initiative, which forms part of the Service’s 42nd anniversary celebrations, saw lively interactions between prison officers and members of the public.

Citizens were given the opportunity to gain firsthand insights into the various functions of the Prison Service, including rehabilitation, corrections, security, and administrative operations.

Officers also used the engagement to highlight the importance of positive life choices and how discipline, education, and responsibility can contribute to personal success and meaningful careers within the prison system.

According to the GPS, these outreach activities are aimed not only at fostering greater understanding of the Prison Service’s mandate, but also at promoting a stronger partnership between the public and correctional institutions in advancing rehabilitation and reintegration goals.

The Lusignan outreach is one of several events being hosted throughout October to commemorate the 42nd anniversary of the Guyana Prison Service, underlining its ongoing commitment to public engagement and institutional transparency.