Social Challenges Facing Ex-Prisoners During their Integration into Societies in Iringa Municipality, Tanzania
Anitha K. Benard, Given Msomba, John Pesha
Asian Research Journal of Arts & Social Sciences · pp. 78–89 · Published 17 Oct 2023
10.9734/arjass/2023/v21i3473Abstract
This study examined the social challenges encountered by ex-prisoners during their reintegration into society a case of Iringa Municipality. Questionnaires and key-informant interviews were used to collect quantitative data and qualitative respectively. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze qualitative data, while Statistical Product for Social Solutions (SPSS Version 20) was used to analyze quantitative data. The study's findings underscored social challenges faced by ex-prisoners as they sought to reintegrate into their society that include discrimination by family members and society, difficulties in securing housing, and limited access to essential healthcare services. Based on these findings, the study recommendations include educational initiatives aimed at reducing discrimination against ex-prisoners by raising awareness about their rehabilitation and potential contributions to society.
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