PEN2603 ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 1 2025 – FULLY ANSWERED

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PEN2603 Assignment 2 Semester 1 Memo | Due 11 April 2025. All questions fully answered. SECTION A
 Question 1
1. What is your view on the statement: Community projects remain key to building and
securing community trust in the rehabilitation [of offenders] and the system of parole. Please
explain your answer in detail.
Question 2
2. Define the concept of community corrections in your own words.
SECTION B
CASE STUDY
Read the following case study and write an essay-style report. Be comprehensive yet precise in
your discussion and cover as much detail as possible.
Imagine you are the head of a community corrections office in South Africa, responsible for the
overall management and daily operations. Your office manages a diverse group of offenders under
correctional supervision and parole, many of whom face complex social challenges, including
unemployment, stigmatisation and substance abuse issues. You have been tasked by the National
Commissioner of Correctional Services to prepare a detailed report on the operations of your office.
Your report should include an overview of your office’s structure, the job roles and responsibilities of
community corrections officials under your leadership, the aim and objectives of your office, and the
offender admission process. The purpose of this report is to provide the National Commissioner with
insight into the strengths, current practices, and potential areas for improvement within the community
corrections system.