The conditions created for prisoners on the basis of humane principles are changing the fate of many in a positive direction. Now the institutions are not only a place where punishment is served, but a place where a person realizes himself, learns a profession, receives knowledge and prepares to start his life anew.
The life path of Umida Shoumarova is a clear example of this. He learned the secrets of hairdressing from experienced professionals at the beauty salon established here while serving his sentence in Colony No. 21 of the First Regional Area of the JIED under the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
The conditions created for prisoners in penal institutions serve not only vocational training, but also spiritual and intellectual development. Various educational events, reading evenings, "Zakovat" intellectual games expand their worldview. By the way, Umida's team won the first place in the "Zakovat" intellectual game held among convicts. Recently, he received the appropriate certificate in hairdressing and was transferred to another colony.
- I have been serving my sentence for more than a year. During this time I realized my mistake. I deeply regret what I did. I used to look at life lightly. Now I appreciate every minute. After I am released, I want to benefit people through my profession. I like history. "After I return to my family, I will definitely go to university to continue the profession I learned here," says Umida confidently.
The reforms being carried out in our country today are significant because they are aimed at glorifying human dignity. Convicts are being trained for professions in the penal institutions, and by strengthening the work of education and moral education, a wide path is being opened for their adaptation to society.
The second chance given to a lost person can change not only his future, but the fate of an entire family for the better. Convicts like Umida appreciate this opportunity and are ready to open a new page in their lives.
Inomjon RAHIMKHOJAYEV,
Major.