Caring
for Ex-Offenders Training Days are intended to
equip congregations to welcome and integrate ex-offenders
into their church, and to support these individuals
as they rebuild their lives.
Agencies and those involved in the criminal
justice system are also encouraged to attend these
training events to gain an understanding of the
model used to support ex-offenders adopted throughout
the churches.
Our training days have become a great forum for
sharing knowledge and professional experiences.
We aim to bring together churches and organisations
involved in the care of ex-offenders.
We hope to provide an atmosphere that promotes
unity across the network of groups involved in
social action.
What is covered at a training day?
Aims
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To provide a bridge between specialist agencies
and churches
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To offer the opportunity for individuals
to learn about the programme.
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To demystify the issues surrounding working
with ex-offenders.
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To provide a forum to inform and raise awareness
of the Caring for Ex-Offenders programme.
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To provide structure and guidance to looking
after ex-offenders in the community.
Outcomes
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An increase in the partnership between churches
of all denominations, prison chaplains and
other organisations involved in this work.
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The reduction of the re-offending rate as
churches take up the challenge of caring for
ex-offenders in the community.
Seminar topics
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Rehabilitation and Discipleship
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Mentoring Ex-Offenders
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Networking with Other Organisations
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Understanding Drug Misuse
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Working with Sex Offenders
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Discipleship and Support
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Working with issues of Mental Health
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Working with Young Offenders
If you would like to consider hosting a training
day in your area, please email us at:
info@caringforexoffenders.org
If you would like us to deliver our training
programme for you, please contact
the CFEO office.
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