Overcrowding in Prisons
Prison overcrowding remains a pressing issue across Europe. The Mapping Overcrowding in Europe project explores how different countries define, monitor, and manage prison capacity.
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Evolving with the Needs of European Prison Services: EuroPris stays flexible and responsive to the changing needs of European prison services through a broad portfolio of projects. We use the term “projects” in a practical sense — covering a wide range of initiatives, working groups, and programmes that support the everyday work of our members.
These projects help us address key challenges, exchange knowledge, and test new approaches that can improve prison systems across Europe. Some projects are short-term responses to specific issues, while others are longer-term efforts to improve core aspects of prison management and cooperation.
We are always open to hearing from members and partners about new initiatives. If your work aligns with EuroPris goals, we’re ready to explore how we can contribute.
Ongoing Projects Include:
Our projects are built around practical needs and real-world impact. If you’re working on something that aligns with our focus, get in touch.
Prison overcrowding remains a pressing issue across Europe. The Mapping Overcrowding in Europe project explores how different countries define, monitor, and manage prison capacity.
The EuroPris Staff Exchange Programme offers frontline prison staff a one-week work-shadowing experience in another European country to support learning and collaboration.
The Ukraine Working Group supports efforts to improve prison conditions, strengthen prison management, and promote humane treatment in the Ukrainian prison system.