{
  "id": 18350494,
  "title": "RAK prison education programme transforms lives of 5,000 inmates",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/rak-prison-education-programme-transforms-lives-of-5-000-inmates",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T17:33:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/ras-al-khaimah/rak-prison-education-programme-transforms-lives-of-5000-inmates-1.500737574"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ras Al Khaimah's Correctional and Rehabilitation Institution has seen a transformation for over 5,000 inmates through a pioneering education program launched in 2011. The program offers more than 150 courses and boasts an extensive prison library with more than 9,000 books, earning UNESCO's recognition as a leading practice in 2026. This initiative, a collaboration between the Al Qasimi Foundation and the correctional institution, was highlighted during an international dialogue on November 4-5. The event, themed \"Education in Prisons: A Bridge Between Policy and Practice,\" brought together government officials, experts, and specialists from the region and worldwide. Discussions centered on how education can equip inmates with new skills, broaden opportunities, and prepare them for life post-prison. The partnership has evolved from a library initiative to a comprehensive education program, emphasizing the role of education in rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society.",
  "summary": "Ras Al Khaimah: More than 5,000 inmates at Ras Al Khaimah's Correctional and Rehabilitation Institution have benefited from an education programme offering over 150 courses since 2011. Its prison library, with more than 9,000 titles, has also earned international recognition from UNESCO. The UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning has recognised the library as one of its leading practices for…",
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}