The main purpose of the event was to raise awareness among persons held in penal institutions about their rights, the procedure for submitting appeals to the Ombudsman, safeguards for the prevention of torture and other forms of cruel treatment, as well as the social, legal and employment opportunities available to them after release.

During the dialogue, the convicted women were provided with explanations regarding the right to submit appeals, the established procedure for submitting applications and complaints, the prohibition of any pressure against a person who has submitted an appeal, as well as incentive measures and legal mechanisms applicable during the serving of a sentence.

In the areas of social protection and employment, practical explanations were provided on the procedures for granting benefits to released persons, obtaining social assistance, vocational training and assistance with employment.

Representatives of the Probation Department, the National Agency for Social Protection and the Ministry of Poverty Reduction and Employment were also involved in the event and provided legal explanations on-site in response to questions raised by the participants.

At the conclusion of the event, a mobile reception was held, during which appeals from around 20 convicted women were received.

Press Service of the Commissioner of the Oliy Majlis for Human Rights (Ombudsman)