Spiritual Development Programs, Skills Training and Behavioral Transformation of Persons Deprived of Liberty

Spiritual development programs and skills training have been recognized as essential components of rehabilitation for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL), as they aim to promote moral renewal, personal growth, and positive behavioral change. This study determined the level of participation in spiritual development programs and skills training, and their relationship to the behavioral transformation of PDL. Employing a descriptive-correlational research design, data were collected from 170 Persons Deprived of Liberty at the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Region 10 using a random sampling technique. A researcher-made survey questionnaire was used to gather the necessary data from the respondents. Statistical tools, including the Mean, Standard Deviation, and Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient, were used to analyze the data.
The results showed that spiritual development programs and skills training were very highly implemented among PDL, with a similarly high level of behavioral transformation. A significant relationship was found between program participation and behavioral transformation. Regression analysis identified economic empowerment and employability as the strongest predictors of behavioral change (p < .001).

The study concludes that the implementation and strengthening of rehabilitation programs in correctional institutions are crucial for fostering positive behavioral change and preparing Persons Deprived of Liberty for successful reintegration into society. It is recommended that correctional institutions implement systematic monitoring and evaluation to track inmate progress and provide individualized support when necessary

rehabilitation, livelihood, incarceration, transformation, reintegration

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