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Effect of Environmental Conditions on Management of Juvenile Delinquent in Kiambu County, Kenya

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  • Tobias Otieno Ouma.

    (Department of Peace, Security and Social Studies)

  • Prof. Eric Kiprono Bor.

    (Lecturer Department of Peace, Security and Social Studies Egerton University)

  • Dr. Samwel Auya.

    (Lecturer Department of Peace, Security and Social Studies Egerton University)

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine how environmental conditions affected the management of juvenile offenders at the rehabilitation facilities located in Kiambu County. Through the use of structured questionnaires, interviews, and targeted focus groups, information was gathered from 90 probation officers, 22 instructors, and 12 managers. The centres’ overpopulation, subpar accommodations, and unfavourable environmental conditions were found to be impeding the effectiveness of rehabilitation operations. Adolescents’ negative opinions of staff made matters worse. There is an urgent need for extensive programme reforms because over 93% of respondents thought the institutional environment was unfavorable. The study recommends modernizing rehabilitation programmes through the integration of life skills development, vocational training, counselling, and education will demand immediate action. For a programme to be implemented effectively, staffing and equipment shortages must be addressed. Furthermore, improving the institutional setting is essential to the juveniles’ effective recovery and ultimate reintegration into society.

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  • Tobias Otieno Ouma. & Prof. Eric Kiprono Bor. & Dr. Samwel Auya., 2024. "Effect of Environmental Conditions on Management of Juvenile Delinquent in Kiambu County, Kenya," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(10), pages 1033-1044, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:8:y:2024:i:10:p:1033-1044
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    1. April, Keisha & Schrader, Shannon W. & Walker, Toni E. & Francis, Robert M. & Glynn, Hector & Gordon, Derrick M., 2023. "Conceptualizing juvenile justice reform: Integrating the public health, social ecological, and restorative justice models," Children and Youth Services Review, Elsevier, vol. 148(C).
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