Saudi Human Rights Commission holds training program on prisoners’ rights

RIYADH: The Human Rights Commission (HRC) in Riyadh launched a five-day training program on Sunday titled “Incorporating Human Rights Standards into the Work of Prison Staff.”
The first session addressed definitions, concepts, characteristics and standards of human rights, while the second reviewed human rights-related instruments and treaties.
The third session touched on safeguards protecting the rights of those detained or imprisoned, minimum guidelines for the treatment of prisoners, and principles for the protection of all people under any form of detention or imprisonment.
The fourth session discussed international instruments related to juvenile justice, and the UN’s principles for the prevention of juvenile delinquency.
The sessions will continue on Monday, discussing the UN’s standard minimum rules for non-custodial measures, the national framework for human rights and prisons, and inhumane or degrading treatments or punishment.