EPTA Cross-Border Training: Practical Crisis Management for Prison Managers | Kalisz, Poland, 17–18 June 2026 - EuroPris: Promoting Professional Prison Practice

The training facilitated by the University of Justice, Poland will bring together European prison professionals, including middle and senior management, as well as trainers, to share experiences and enhance skills in crisis management within prison settings. The programme combines theoretical lectures, interactive sessions, and practical simulations, focusing on emotional regulation, group management, and crisis negotiation. Participants will have the opportunity to explore practical strategies, engage in hands-on exercises, The training aims to strengthen the capacity of prison services to respond effectively to crises while supporting staff wellbeing and operational safety.

Agenda

Wednesday, 17 June: Full-day Training

Wednesday, 17 June (Morning)

Theoretical lectures on dealing with crises in the prison environment, including staff management and conflict management, as well as conflict de-escalation.

Wednesday, 17 June (Afternoon)

• Workshops focusing on de-escalation of crisis situations, emotional regulation, group management, responding to crisis situations, and crisis negotiation.

• Transfer to the historic, no longer operational prison in Kalisz, built in 1846. Guided tour of the facility.

• Official group dinner

Thursday, 18 June: Half-day Training & Departure

Practical sessions involving simulations of crisis scenarios and incidents that may occur in a prisonfacility. Exercises conducted from the perspectives of the participant involved in the incident, the responding officer, and the crisis manager.

Additional Information: This year’s training will follow a workshop-based format, focusing on a practical approach to crisis management in prison settings for managerial staff. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing suitable for the hands-on components of the training.

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EPTA Cross-Border Training: Practical Crisis Management for Prison Managers | Kalisz, Poland, 17–18 June 2026

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