Authors : Shirley P. Ayeo-eo; Wendy SP Nicolas

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 5 - May

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24MAY1224

Abstract : This is a qualitative-case study that used a self-made interview guide validated by experts. Data gathered from eight participants were collated, themed, analyzed and interpreted. The findings revealed that the prevailing conditions of both institutions as to the crime causations were peer influence, poverty, dysfunctional family, and curiosity. The most common crimes committed were theft, carnapping, drug related cases and attempted homicide. There were also various intervention programs. The challenges encountered were deviant behaviors and physical facilities which were addressed through numerous actions taken. Lastly, the needs identified were provisions of physical facilities, knowledge empowerment, skills enhancement, recreations and necessities. As to the findings, the following conclusions were drawn; both correctional facilities have a common denominator as to CICLs crime causations, crimes committed and various intervention programs. The challenges encountered by both correctional institutions have similarity on deviant behaviors while they slightly differ on physical facilities. The actions taken to address the challenge encountered were in unison focused on activities that aims to reform and rehabilitate the CICL. Finally, there is a need for big help or intervention from other various agencies or organizations to address the voluminous needs identified from the basic needs up to their empowerment.

Keywords : Correctional Facilities, Children in Conflict with the Law, Challenges, Intervention.

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