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Prison Fellowship Suriname (PFS) celebrates its 25th anniversary on July 30, 2024. Saskia Wirodikromo-Dopo, Chairperson of the Board of Directors, describes the anniversary as a special moment for the organization to celebrate with its network partners, volunteers, friends and acquaintances.
“For us, this is a special milestone that God is leading us through,” she said.
The anniversary provides an opportunity to look back over the past 25 years and reflect on the progress made. Wirodikromo-Dopo stressed the importance of the support that PFS provides to prisoners and their families, especially children.
This moment is also an opportunity to assess how the organization has evolved and what lessons have been learned.
In recent years, PFS has evolved from customized care to more extensive care. “We don’t just stay in meetings and talk about it, we put those words into action,” Wirodikromo-Dopo noted.
The organization has expanded its focus to include pastoral and social care, with initiatives such as basic life skills training, support groups and reconciliation activities.
In recent years, PFS has expanded its network and developed new initiatives, including the establishment of a care unit that includes pastoral and social assistance.
“We did a lot of recruiting and expanded our force,” said Verodico Cromo-Dobo. The group also built more networks with like-minded organizations and other partners who contribute to its mission.
PFS has ambitious plans for the future. “We want to work on network expansion and focus on specialization within these networks,” Wirodikromo-Dopo explains.
An important point of attention is post-operative care. PFS is currently working with the Josaha organization to care for women who have difficulty establishing a stable life after being detained.
Wirodikromo-Dopo also highlighted the lack of transition homes for men and young men: “This is an aftercare issue that we hope to address in the coming period.”
PFS plans to involve the business community more in their work, with a focus on investment in resocialization. The organization also wants to set up awareness-raising projects for society to emphasize that “even if a detainee makes a mistake, they are still a human being.”
She added that society must understand that prisoners will eventually return to society and early intervention while in custody is crucial.
The new board will take over the presidency on August 1, 2024, marking a new chapter for the organization.
Jennifer Atmo is the Editor-in-Chief of GFC News. She describes herself as a true Surinamese expert, passionate about lifestyle and entertainment topics. In addition to her role in the media, Atmo is also the President of KIVC, an organization that promotes social affairs.
Contact: jennifer@gfcnieuws.com
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