In addition to re-orienting and training former combatants in a 3-month orientation course, the training center will also be used as the site for specialist training courses for the Prison Service. Courses offered will include training of trainers, welfare officers, medical officers and management training.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Director General of Southern Sudan Prison Service, Major General Agasio Akol Tong, noted that the main focus of the Prison Service was on human resource development which is meant to encourage improved and efficient service delivery by Prison Service personnel.
He acknowledged the support of the international community in developing the capacity of the Prison Service.
“UNDP is committed to supporting the building of effective and accountable governance and rule of law institutions including as a priority, the modernization and rapid expansion of the Prison Service,” said UNDP Head of Office, Mr. Jafet Enriquez.
He announced that the Lologo training center was one of two Prison centers that UNDP is constructing in Southern Sudan. The second Center will be located in Rumbek, Lakes States.
Source: Sudan Tribune
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