Challenges of Re-offenders in Their Re-integration into Their Respective Communities: Ziway Federal Correction Center in Focus

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the challenges that released re- their respective communities the case of Ziway Federal Correction Center. The researcher used a sequential explanatory design to study and understand the nature of problems. The data were collected from 60 participants using questionnaires and out these participants seven participants were also randomly selected for interview.Questionnaires and semi structure interviews were used. Qualitative data were analyzed thematically and the quantitative were analyzed through descriptive statistics. The study revealed that the formation of former - differently. There were no reintegration programs for serving released prisoners while they reintegrate into their respective communities. Moreover, in their transition process re-offenders faced varies obstacles that originated from ineffective pre-release plan in correctional institutions and as well as a post release intervention in various social agencies that deal with re- when leaving correctional facilities have limitedhuman capital that prevent them from accession to different opportunities available in the society. In addition, problems of accommodations, financial constraints, stigmatization, drug addiction problems, low educational backgrounds, lack of positive social support, establishing gang networks had hurdled their integration to their respective communities. Based on the findings of the study some recommendations were also forwarded.