The Thailand Institute of Justice (TIJ) participated in the 34th Session of the Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ), taking place from 19–23 May 2025 in Vienna. This UN platform plays a pivotal role in setting global policy directions on crime prevention, criminal justice, and international cooperation—particularly under key frameworks such as the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) and the UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC).
TIJ’s Role and Commitment
As the first United Nations Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Programme Network of Institutes (UN-PNI) in ASEAN, TIJ has continuously collaborated with the Thai government and global partners to elevate criminal justice standards. We are committed to promoting the rule of law, justice system efficiency, and evidence-based policy in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Key Mission: Commemorating 15 Years of the Bangkok Rules
This year marks a significant milestone—the 15th anniversary of the United Nations Rules for the Treatment of Women Prisoners and Non-custodial Measures for Women Offenders, known as the Bangkok Rules, which were initiated by Thailand. These rules serve as the first international framework specifically addressing the needs of women in criminal justice systems, particularly those in vulnerable situations—such as pregnant women, mothers, and survivors of violence—as well as female prison staff.
In addition, 2025 also commemorates the 10th Years of the Mandela Rules (UN Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners) and the 35th Years of the Tokyo Rules (UN Standard Minimum Rules for Non-custodial Measures). All three sets of rules share a unified principle: promoting a rehabilitative, human-rights-based approach that supports reintegration, reduces recidivism, and restores dignity.
TIJ-Led Highlights at CCPCJ 34
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Exhibition: “15 Years of the Bangkok Rules: Reimagining Success for Women” – presenting narratives of justice-involved women through personal artifacts.
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Side Event: “Renewing Our Promise: Strengthening Support for Women in Corrections” – focusing on gender-responsive and international cooperation.
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High-Level Dialogue: “Celebrating the Nelson Mandela Rules and the Bangkok Rules” hosted by South Africa.
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Panel on Global Trends: “2025 Global Prison Trends” presented by Penal Reform International (PRI), spotlighting issues concerning women prisoners and prison staff.
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Innovation Session: Organized by the Korean Institute of Criminology and Justice (KICJ), featuring the Social Partnership Model to drive systemic change.
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Additional Forums: Including dialogue on the New UN Model Strategies on Reducing Reoffending and International Responses to Transnational Drug-Related Crimes on Digital Platforms, as well as Data Collection and Analysis.
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A PNI Coordination Meeting serves as a vital platform for Member Institutes to share progress on ongoing initiatives and collectively explore ways to enhance collaboration across diverse areas of work. The event also marked the release of the 7th PNI Newsletter.
Through this engagement, we seek to advance evidence-based practices, advocate for rehabilitative justice models, and promote inclusive policy innovation. By doing so, we promised to reinforce our core mission, in line with the UN SDGs: enabling a fair, effective, and compassionate justice system that ensures no one is left behind.
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