Thirty-one senior prison officers have graduated from the Prisons Academy and Training School in Luzira, successfully completing a six-month intermediate command and staff course.
The Prisons Academy and Training School has played a crucial role in enhancing the capacity of prison officers, thereby improving the overall management of Uganda’s prisons.
The graduating class, consisting of 25 men and 6 women, underwent intensive training in prison management, leadership, and personal development.
During the graduation ceremony, Brenda Sana, Commissioner of Prisons (Commandant-PATS), warmly welcomed the guests to the pass-out ceremony for the second intake of the Prison Intermediate Command and Staff Course, intake 002/2023. She announced that thirty-one dedicated officers had graduated, comprising twenty-five men and six women, who had completed an intensive six-month training program.
According to her, the course covered a wide range of topics, including prison management, leadership, personal development, service writing, security, intelligence, human rights, administrative law, command operations, and conflict resolution.
She emphasized that with this comprehensive training, the officers are well-equipped to excel in their roles and make a positive impact on the prison service.
She praised the graduates for their discipline and focus, expressing confidence in their potential as leaders. She also thanked the Directing Staff, training school staff, and partners for their support.
“I congratulate the graduates on completing their training and urge them to apply their knowledge wisely.
The graduates are ready to excel as officers and strategic leaders, and PATS is committed to conducting more training programs under the guidance of the Commissioner General of Prisons,” Sana said.
Over time, Uganda Prisons has transformed from a punitive to a productive correctional philosophy in prison management. This transformation has enabled the Service to fulfill its constitutional mandate of safe custody and rehabilitation of offenders while excelling in production. UPS contributes to the national socio-economic transformation, aligning with evolving global trends in prison management and corrections.
Given this background, human capital development is crucial for achieving the UPS mandate and mission.
To accomplish this, the Service will continuously enhance the capabilities of its human resources at all operational levels. The course aims to equip middle-level managers with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for effective and efficient operational implementation.
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