Manila: The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology-Northern Mindanao (BJMP-10) has partnered with 17 colleges and universities in the region to expand its development programs. During the ceremonial signing of the memoranda of agreement (MOA) on Wednesday, BJMP-10 Director Chief Supt. Felixberto Jagorin Jr. said the partnership is essential for improving facilities that will benefit persons deprived of liberty (PDL).

According to Philippines News Agency, the collaboration between BJMP-10 and the academic institutions aims to open avenues for academic research while enhancing management and modernizing facilities. The agreement stipulates that learning programs will be offered to PDLs, reinforcing BJMP's education initiatives and assisting them in earning technical-vocational and college degrees.

The participating academic institutions are tasked with submitting their research outputs and providing recommendations to the BJMP. This initiative is expected to pave the way for significant advancements in the educational and rehabilitative services provided to inmates, fostering a more progressive correctional environment in Northern Mindanao.