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Volume I, Issue 4May 2022Correctional ServiceSolomon Islands MonthlyNews BulletinProbationers received their recognitionsINSIDE THISISSUE:Probations received theirrecognition1Commissionermeet with HCCClerk2CSSI signs dealwith SIBC3NPPRAB ZoomForum4NPPRAB Pictorials5Rehabilitation andReintegration offormer inmates6Giving a SecondChance education for Inmates7CSSI welcomesNew Recruits8Publisher Information9Every Correctionalofficer recruitedto the Service must servea probation of two yearsand must display goodconduct and satisfactoryperformance during thatperiod before they can bepermanently appointed.17 Probationers out ofthe bunch of 40, receivedtheir Confirmation ofAppointment as a Permanent Correctional Officer.Commissioner Manelusiacknowledgedandthanked the CorrectionalService Training Centre(CSTC) Director, staffand Commandant for supervising and assessingthe report of these officers for their 2 years’ probation as of October2020.The Commissioner expressed his gratitude andcongratulate the con-firmed officers for theirhigh level of performance in their rolesand responsibilities.In his brief remarksManelusihighlightsthree basic principlesand legacy of Jesus tothe confirmed officers,that is, ‘Words, Actionand Obey’.“Words” is a powerfulprinciple of Jesus, asHe used “words” forhealing, comfort andencouragement” Action” is the secondpractical principle ofJesus demonstrated byHis life on earth andthe final principle wassimply to “obey” whathe was mandated to do.Manelusi reiterates toofficers that God iswatching your action,listening to your wordsand follow your obedience to God and to fulfil your duties.Thus the remaining outof 17 confirmed officers are in exceptionalcircumstances,thattheir probation periodnow extended up to sixmonths. This is to provide an opportunity forthem to reach a satisfactory standard of performance,otherwiseyou may leave youractive service.“a probation of twoyears and must display good conductand satisfactory performance during thatperiod before you canbe permanently appointed”Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services
P a g e2CSSI Commissioner meets HCC Clerk and WorksManagerCSSI Commissioner Mr. Gabriel Manelusi pose for a photo shot with HCC Clerk Mr.Justus Denni (centre) and Works Manager Mr. Eddie Gaza (left) after their discussionOn 06 May 2022, the Correctional Service of Solomon Islands (CSSI) Commissioner Gabriel Manelusipaid a courtesy call to theHoniara City Council(HCC) Clerk Justus Denniand Works Manager EddieGaza.During this courtesy a signing of the Memorandum ofAgreement (MOA) betweenCSSI and HCC, have successfully conducted basedon the engagement of inmate’s in community workprogram.This comes under the Yellow Ribbon Project programs to rehabilitate inmates to become an asset ofthis nation Solomon IslandsIn the previous week Commissioner CSSI discussedthis with the PermanentSecretary of MID, Mr. Stephen Maesiola, in which hehighly commended theMOA initiative.HCC Clerk Justus Dennithanked CommissionerManelusi for the great initiative to involve low profileinmates in communitywork program in Honiaracity as part of their rehabilitation and reintegrationprocess.“Honiara City Council Executive will be part of thisprogram after formalizingthe Memorandum ofAgreement” HCC ClerkDenni assured Commissioner Manelusi.Works Manager Eddie Gaza said this is a very goodinitiative and HCC has a lotof small jobs available inthe heart of Honiara city.Commissioner Manelusiacknowledged andthanked the HCC Clerk,Works Manager and Executive for their supportto the CSSI’s initiative toimplement the community work programs for theinmates by the third orfourth quarter of this year2022.“HCC Clerk JustusDenni assured Commissioner Manelusi,that Honiara CityCouncil Executive willbe part of this programafter formalizing theMemorandum ofAgreement”.Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services
V o l u m e I ,I s s u e 4P a g e3CSSI signs broadcasting deal with National RadioPhoto-(L-R ): Superintendent Bernard Ramota, Commissioner Gabriel Manelusi, SIBC SalesManager Moddy Nanau and Elizabeth Ratu after signing the broadcast deal.A contract agreement on theradio educational awarenessprogram for the CorrectionalService of Solomon Islands(CSSI) was signed on Friday6 May 2022 between GabrielManelusiCommissionerCorrectional Service andModdy Nanau SIBC Manager Sales and Marketing.The signing of the documentnow officially endorses alldiscussion and arrangementtowards the implementationof the radio educationalawareness program whichwill go to air on the 18 May2022.Reasons is that Solomon Islands is a country with wellover 80% of its citizen livingin the rural areas. A vast majority of the population areilliterate and are deprived oftheir right to access relevantinformationThisradioeducationalawareness can be seen as away forward in raisingawareness on the role ofCSSI and the responsibilityof the communities in givingex-offendersa“secondchance in life” during thisCOVID 19 protocols.Thisradioeducationalawareness strategy is designed to educate citizensand stakeholders on the transition from Solomon IslandsPrison Services (SIPS) toCSSI, promote Rehabilitation, Regeneration, Reintegration Strategy 2022 andbeyond, provide avenues forpublic support and collaboration with CSSI, promote ofpeacebuilding,preventionand rehabilitation of exoffenders at all levels, educate citizens on legal obligations and mandates to reduceand prevent crime and reoffenses and acknowledge thecooperation of former paroleesthrough effective follow-upprocess“A vast majority of the popuIn his remarksduring the sign- lation are illiting, Commission- erate and areerManelusi deprivedofthankedandtheir right toacknowledgedSIBC Manager access relevantSales and Mar- information”keting for thesigning of theMemorandum ofAgreement (MOA) and thankthe UNDP Country Managerfor funding this radio educational awareness program forCSSI, the duration of theMOA is 8 months, startingMay up to December 2022.Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services
P a g e4CSSI NPPRAB Zoom Forum held successfullyOn Wednesday 11th May, theCorrectional Service of Solomon Islands (CSSI) held ahalf day zoom forum for itsNational Peacebuilding, Prevention, Rehabilitation Advisory Board (NPPRAB) at theSIBC conference room.This was the first of its kindwith the theme, “IumiTugeda Waka Fo BildimPeace, Stopem Crime,Stretem Life Fo United andProsperous Solomon Islands”The core sector members ofNPPRAB evolves aroundCSSI, RSIPF Crime Prevention and the Ministry of Traditional Governance, Peaceand Ecclesiastical Affairs(MTGPEA). Board membership comprises of, Office ofthe Prime Minister and Cabinet, Permanent Secretaries,SICA, SIFGA, DevelopmentServices Exchange (localand national NGO’s), SI RedCross, Donor and Diplomatic agencies.MTGPEA Minister, Hon.Samuel Manetoali, was thekey note speaker for the inaugural Board forum. Thiswas followed by the Rehabilitation Director of Singapore Prison Service, andtheir presentation was mainly on the Yellow RibbonProject that has significantlyimpacted ex-offenders andthe nation as a whole.MTGPEA presentation focused on peacebuilding, re-view of relevant policies andchallenges; RSIPF was more oncrime prevention strategies,with emphasis on the five drivers of criminal activities; andCSSI highlighted the rehabilitation of ex-offenders, and theroles and functions of theNPPRAB structure and framework at the national, provincial,ward and village levels.Hon. Minister expressed hisgratitude to be rendered the opportunity to present the officialopening remarks. He stated thatthe forum is closely related tothe core fundamental aspect ofour constitution, such as protection, peace and the rule of law.As reflected in the preamble ofour constitution, sections “B”and “C” highlight the importance of equality, social justice, human dignity, communalsolidarity, and human dignitythat are the very basis of ourpeace loving and protected society.Meanwhile CSSI Commissioner Gabriel Manelusi mentionedthat the NPPRAB zoom forumis a historical event between thetwo Ministries (MTGPEA andMPNS&CS). Significantly, thisjoint forum is based on “sharingand working together” to develop a framework by mapping away forward for our belovedcountry Solomon Islands.The Commissioner said that thecollaborative approach is wherewe all shall share together toidentify issues raised duringthe presentations and to tacklethese issues in a more holisticand collaborative manner.This is highly achievablethrough proper structure,whether it’s governance orleadership issues within thepeople, program, or process.In gesture, CommissionerManelusi sincerely acknowledged and thanked the Permanent Secretaries, Ministerialrepresentatives, Donor partners, key Stakeholders andChurches for accepting theinvitation. More so, it is valuable and rewarding for the connectivity via zoom, despite thebusy schedules. CSSI’s regional partner, the SingaporePrison Service was dulyacknowledged, including theirsupport on the rehabilitationprocess through the YellowRibbon Project.The Commissioner thankedand gave credit to the Australian Government, DFATthrough the Australia SolomonIslands Justice Program(ASIJP), for the financial support for the forum to eventuateat the SIBC Conference roomand Heritage Park Hotel formembers’ lunch buffet.Together let us work to buildpeace, prevent crime and rehabilitate our fellow citizens, theex-offenders.Turn to Page 5. for NPPRAB pictorialsMinistry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services
V o l u m eI ,I s s u e4P a g e5NPPRAB Zoom Forum PictorialsGroup photo with NPPRAB Zoom Host, Zoom Participants and Key Stakeholdersafter their lunch at Heritage Park.NPPRAB Zoom Host Participants at the SIBC Conference RoomCSSI CommissionerGabriel ManelusiHon Manetoali (centre) with CSSI CommissionerManelusi (right) and Deputy Commissioner Nagulooks on during a zoom presentationMTGPEA Minister HonSamuel ManetoaliMinistry of Traditional Governance, Peace and Ecclesiastical Affairs staff whom form part of thisNational Peacebuilding, Prevention, Rehabilitation Advisory Board Committee during the virtualconferencing at SIBC.Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services
P a g e6Rehabilitation and reintegration of formerinmates requires a whole of society approachHoniara, Solomon Islands(Wednesday 18 May 2022) The Correctional Service ofSolomon Islands (CSSI) hasembarked on a revitalized campaign to promote and raiseawareness on the importance ofgiving ex-offenders a ‘secondchance in life’Offenders face significant challenges in their social reintegration,including stigmatization and ostracism, which can impede their ability to find jobs, housing or return toformal education. Unless they receive help to face these issues, offenders risk getting caught up in avicious cycle of challenges of reintegration and recidivism.The United Nations DevelopmentProgramme (UNDP) is supportingCSSI with radio programs and withtechnical support in ensuring thatinmates receive services in linewith the Mandela Rules.The CSSI is also working closelywith national and provincial governments, civil society organizations, local communities which willsee the establishment of NationalBoard, Provincial Council andWard Committees which willstrengthen the reintegrationof offenders at the community level, faith based organizations and additional stakeholders within the privateand development sectors.The theme of the campaignis, “Iumi Tugeda Waka forBildim Peace,StopemCrime, Stretim Life, forUnited and Prosperous Solomon Islands”The Commissioner of CSSIfruitful partnership with UNDP,and we are grateful that they aresupporting us again in this campaign as it will greatly boost ourcommunity outreach efforts. Thisalso echoes one of our ethoswhich recognizes that social reintegration into communities is oneof the basic objectives of a criminal justice system”.Mr. Gabriel Manelusi, expressedhis appreciation for this timely support and is looking forward to thepositive outcomes of what this campaign aims to achieve.“The rehabilitation of inmates is anintegral part of CSSI’s mandate asthis ensures that upon their release,they shall become effective partners, parents, contributing to thenational workforce,” said Commissioner Manelusi.“We take ownership on how theUN Standard Minimum Rules forthe Treatment of Prisoners, the Nelson Mandela Rules are translatedbased on our country’s reality,”said Commissioner Manelusi.UNDP Solomon Islands CountryManager/Deputy Resident Representative, Mr. Berdi Berdiyev, reassured the Commissioner of UNDP’s on-going commitment to support the mandate of CSSI, considering its global expertise in support“The majority of inmates have a ing prison reforms.strong motivation to be successful“The Nelson Mandela Rules clearlycitizens if given another chancefollowingtheirincarceration. establish that rehabilitation is crucial in achieving reduction in recidTherefore, families, communities,ivism,” said Berdiyev.provinces and all other stakeholdershave a major role to play in getting He added, “The prison system is anthem attain their goal.”important component of a properlyHe added, “CSSI has always have a functioning criminal justice chain.We value the work that CSSIhas undertaken so far andUNDP’s support to this campaign will help boost theefforts to sustain rule of law,along with the recognitionthat communities are centralin driving this.”The CSSI operates six correctional centers around thecountry, and they are presentin Honiara, Guadalcanal,Temotu, Makira, Malaitaand Western ProvincesMinistry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services
V o l u m eI ,I s s u e4P a g e7Giving a second chance education to inmatesGroup photo (sitting L-R), Assistant Commissioner of Labour (NTTTC) Mr. John Tahiapa andCSSI Commissioner Mr. Gabriel Manelusi pose for a group photo with Labour Division staff andCSSI staff after courtesy call.CorrectionalService of Solomon Islands(CSSI) Commissioner Gabriel Manelusi andhis delegation has paid acourtesy call to the Ministryof Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration(MCILI) on Tuesday 24 May2022, following their invitation.The preliminary discussionwas focused mainly on howto give a second chance education to inmates while theyserve their sentence behindbars.According to this discussions, both agencies hasagreed for the National TradeTest Training and Certification (NTTTC) under theMCILI, Labour Division willbe rolling out after the signing of Memorandum ofAgreement (MOA) between theMinistry of Commerce Industry,Labour and Immigration(MCILI) and Correctional Service Solomon Islands (CSSI).Both agencies will be working inpartnership and collaboration inensuring this formalities andmechanisms builds a foundationthat paves a way forward in rehabilitation, regeneration and reintegration of correctional inmates.NTTTC staff will be working on thedetails to facilitate the trade testtrainings & certifications to the inmates to upgrade and promote thegeneral standards of tradesman shipthrough skills dissemination, certification and accreditation in the country, to assess every trade’s personalsaccording to the degree of proficiency achieved in their trade tests, tomotivate and courage trade’s personals develop their skills andknowledge through continuoustraining and to provide successfultradesman with Nationally/Regionally recognized trade certificate.This will create opportunities forinmates to learn a trade or skill andupgrade themselves through theapproved levels of testing and certification and to establish andmaintain a strong tripartite relationship between industries, training institutions and government.Commissioner Manelusiacknowledge the Labour DivisionAssistant Commissioner and hisTeam for their invitation to discussthe high need in identifying a wayforward to project the training forthe re-offending inmates.Assistant Commissioner LabourMr. John Tahiapa assured his colleague CSSI Commissioner Manelusi that the Ministry are happy tosupport and work together withCSSI to support inmates becausewhen they release from jail theywill help and contribute to addressing Solomon Islands human resources development needs.Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services
V o l u m eI ,I s s u e4P a g e8CSSI welcomes Sir Nathaniel Rahumaea Waena RecruitsThe Correctional ServiceSolomon Islands (CSSI) welcomes 42 new recruits in alow key opening ceremony atthe Correctional ServiceHeadquarters, Academy inHoniara, with a call to servethe government and peopleof our beloved country withintegrity, professionalismand respect.The 42 new recruit’s hailsfrom our nine provinceswithin our country andamong the recruits are 15females and 27 males.Speaking during the officialopening of CSSI New Recruits 04/2019, CSSI Commissioner Mr. Gabriel Manelusi feels very humble toacknowledge the Guest ofHonour Sir Nathaniel Waenato witness the official opening despite his busy schedule.“My Executive do valueyour presence and highlyacknowledge for acceptingthe CSSI in providing yourfamily name in this recruitclass, as ‘Sir Nathaniel Rahumaea Waena Recruits’”,says Manelusi.“You are the first Recruits toundergo a new comprehen-name after ‘Waena’. May Ihumbly wish each of you whoare members of this course,God’s manifold blessing andsuccess, in the duration of thecourse”.Sir Nathaniel RahumaeaWaenasive training syllabus within theCSSI Academy after it is reviewed and recently endorsed forimplementation”.“As your Commissioner, I wouldlike to reinforce to you that theSolomon Islands Governmentand the Communities are expecting the CSSI staff to performyour duties with integrity, highdiscipline, professionalism andwithout favour”, says Manelusi.Meanwhile, the Guest of Honour,Sir Nathaniel Waena in his keynote address thank the CSSICommissioner for the kind invitation, to enable him to attendthis morning’s official opening,to address the Sir Nathaniel Waena Recruits.“I am indeed, most honored tohave been granted the privilege,of having this recruitment courseSir Waena adds, CorrectionalService are at times rather challenging and a dynamic environment to work in, this is whyyour training and achievementof your Certificate III, will provide you the confidence, to carry out your duties, to a highstandard, cohesive team work,discipline, the ability to followinstructions and respect for authority, will also help you deliver high standards of service.Sir Waena appeal to the NewRecruit, in this course that youmust impress upon the inmates,the importance of their relationship with God, our creator andthe training given to you in thiscourse, will equip you to doyour work well, by turning theobedience of the inmates, to therepentance of their earthly life,to be saved from their weaknesses in life and gain spiritualsalvation, for their heavenly lifepurpose.The new recruits will commence its intensive training asof today 30 May 2022, for theduration of four (04) months.Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services
Publisher Information; Our visionDavidson LediMedia OfficerCSSI Executive SSI Code of Conduct LoyaltyHonesty and IntegrityRespectDisciplineUse of OfficeFairnessAccountabilityAcceptanceAn effective, ethical,committed and professional organization andto be a leader in correctional management inthe regionOur missionTo enhance the safetyof the community byproviding secure andhumane containmentthrough facilitating therehabilitation and reintegration of prisonersThe Correctional Services Act 2007 and Regulations Part II, 7, determines occupancy capacities foreach Correctional Centre in the Solomon Islands asfollows;Rove Central Correctional Centre is located in Honiara City (High Security) with a capacity of 396inmatesAuki Correctional Centre is located in Malaita Province (Medium/Low Security) with a capacity of 60inmatesGizo Correctional Centre is located in WesternProvince (Medium/Low Security) with a capacity of50 inmatesKirakira Correctional Centre is located in MakiraProvince (Medium/Low Security) with a capacity of28 inmatesLata Correctional Centre is located in Temotu Province (Medium/Low Security) with a capacity of 25inmatesTetere Correctional Centre is located in GuadalcanalProvince (Low Security) with a capacity of 80 inmatesThe total holding capacity of CSSI across the country is 639 inmates and by looking at this figure incomparison to crime rates in the country, the capacity is not enough we need more Correctional Centres Brief History of Correctional Services of Solomon IslandIn 1897 British Solomon IslandsProtectorate had its first Resident Commissioner, Mr. CharlesM. Woodford. He took up residence on Tulagi.That year he brought prisonersback from Guadalcanal and hadthem chained to house posts.There was no proper prisonbuilt.In 1898 Mr. Woodford built Tulagi and the main facilities thenwere; The Court house, Policeheadquarters & Prison, Post Office and the Government Hospital.The Prison and the small Policeheadquarters were a useful advance for Mr. Woodford.The murder of government taxcollector Mr. Bell in 1927 byBasiana and his associates ofthe Kwaio ethnic group onMalaita saw Mr. Basiana arrested, found guilty andhanged, with his young sonsbeing forced to witness theexecution.Prison Service from RSIPF.In 1966 the Prison systemwas introduced by the Colonial office and was administered by the RSIPF.Between 2005 to 2006 theSolomon Islands Prison Service reviewed the A cts andRegulations.In 1975 the country was formally renamed “SolomonIslands”In 2007 & 2008 the Acts andRegulations were passed andenacted by the Solomon Islands Parliament;And on July 7, 1978, the Solomon Islands attained independenceThe year1982 saw the separation of the Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands Prison Service was based on the colonial punitive model which focused mainly on “securing”and “containing” nothingmoreSolomon Island Prison Service then changed to Correctional Service of SolomonIslands.Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services
officers that God is watching your action, listening to your words and follow your obedi-ence to God and to ful-fil your duties. Probationers received their recognitions INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Probations re-ceived their recognition 1 Commissioner meet with HCC Clerk 2 CSSI signs deal with SIBC 3 NPPRAB Zoom Forum 4 NPPRAB Pictori-als 5 .
