Evaluación de los instrumentos de rehabilitación social como mecanismo para la reinserción de mujeres privadas de libertad

Abstract

In this article, social rehabilitation instruments were analyzed as a mechanism for the reintegration of women deprived of liberty into society, based on the perspective of women who were previously sentenced with this kind of sanctions in Ecuador. In this sense, it is necessary to adopt a comprehensive approach that will guarantee their rights and facilitate their social reintegration since these women faced particular conditions while serving their sentences, such as gender violence and lack of access to basic services, education, and job opportunities. Despite the existence of regulations and public policies designed to protect their rights, the implementation of rehabilitation programs is insufficient and do not adequately address the needs of this vulnerable group, which contributes to an alarming rate of criminal recidivism. Likewise, it was evident that institutional violence and inadequate conditions in social rehabilitation centers aggravate the situation, limiting women's ability to reintegrate. Furthermore, there is a need for a commitment from the State and civil society to improve the living conditions of women in prison and guarantee their fundamental rights. In this context, the limited participation of civil society in the design and execution of programs limits the effectiveness of the implemented policies. Finally, the urgent need to treat the psychosocial problems of prisoners and the correct implementation of essential public policies to achieve effective and dignified social reintegration have been determined.