𝐅𝐢𝐣𝐢 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

The Fiji Corrections Service (FCS) today concluded a successful two-day symposium at the Pearl Resort, marking a significant step in its ongoing efforts to enhance services and improve outcomes over the next 5-10 years.

The symposium, themed “Transforming Corrections: Safe Custody, Meaningful Rehabilitation, Safer Communities, Through Collaboration and Innovation,” brought together key stakeholders to discuss and strategize for the future of corrections in Fiji.

The days program opened with a moment of silence to honor the life and service of the late Correctional Officer, COB Ratu Joseph Naivalu, who passed away in a tragic road accident on Wesnesday evening.

This was then followed by a panel discussion. The panel included: Her Excellency the First Secretary Tomoe Katani of the Embassy of Japan; Superintendent Gyln Rowland (Senior Liaison Officer [Pacific]); Beverley Palliser (Political & Security lead) from the NZ High Commission; the Acting Commissioner of the Fiji Corrections Service Mr. Sevuloni Naucukidi; and the Deputy Commissioner of Corrections Mr Auta Moceisuva.

The discussions focused on collaborative approaches to corrections and the importance of community partnerships in achieving rehabilitation goals.

The symposium, coordinated by the Director of Planning and Development, Superintendent Apolosi Veve, provided a platform for open dialogue and the exchange of best practices in corrections.

Participants explored various aspects of inmate rehabilitation, including vocational training, mental health support, and community engagement programs.

The insights gained from the symposium will be instrumental in shaping the FCS’s strategic plan for the coming years.

The Acting Commissioner Naucukidi expressed deep gratitude to the external stakeholders for their valuable insights and commitment to supporting the FCS’s mission.

“The paradigm shift initiated by our former Commissioner Naivalurua, who stated that “the proper reintegration of an offender is the best security for society”, now this statement underscores the FCS’s commitment to rehabilitation and reducing recidivism,” he said.

Lastly, he emphasized the importance of the insights shared by the external stakeholders and their eagerness to help the Fiji Corrections in effectively reintegrating inmates back into the community.