People with gardening, Te Reo or other skills could make a big difference to the lives of prisoners. Corrections would love to meet people who could volunteer in prisons around the country.

Constructive activities reduce idleness and boredom while providing opportunities for prisoners to acquire new skills and maintain motivation.

Hands up for volunteering! There are many areas in which you could help.
 
Particular areas of need at the moment are:

• Maori and Pacific Island craft and other cultural activities
   
• Te Reo tuition
   
• Literacy, reading and ESOL support
   
• Guitar tuition
   
• Music theory
   
• Art and craft classes
   
• Chess instruction
   
• Sports
   
• Prison library support
   
• Gardening
   
• Motivational speaking
   
• Life skills (basic cooking, home management)

If you are able to help, or know of someone who can, please notify your volunteer organisation or your local volunteer coordinator. Alternatively, you can contact us directly on (04) 495 8428, or email volunteering@corrections.govt.nz

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