Values and strategy
The new strategy of the Prison and Probation Service emphasises safety and security, the preparedness for future needs, the improvement of the clients’ abilities and the well-being of the staff. Our vision is to be a respected and influential part of the public service system – we work safely together towards a life without crime.
Values
The Prison and Probation Service is committed to values that are considered important in Finnish society. Our values are:justnesssafety and securitybelief in an individual’s potential to change and growrespect for human dignity.
Commitment to these values means:
- safeguarding fundamental and human rights
- treating sentenced people humanely, appropriately and equally
- observing legality in all activities as well as justice and equity
- enforcing sentences in a way that supports the sentenced persons’ individual growth and development and their aspiration to lead a life without crime.
Vision
The Prison and Probation Service is a respected and influential part of the public service system – working safely together towards a life without crime
Strategy of the Prison and Probation Service
Our strategic goals
- We support our clients to improve their abilities to live without crime.
- We do high-quality work with our clients and prevent crime in prison together with our cooperation partners.
- Our work is founded on justness, equality, safety and security.
- We are a desirable and stable workplace where well-being at work and occupational safety are given priority.
- Future needs guide the development of our work, competence and structures.