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Citation

Hopley R, Caulfield L, Jolly A. J. Crim. Psychol. 2023; 13(4): 351-366.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2023, Emerald Group Publishing)

DOI

10.1108/JCP-12-2022-0033

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

PURPOSE There is evidence that music programmes can have a positive impact on people in contact with the criminal justice system. However, little attention has been paid to the potential role of music programmes as people leave prison and re-enter the community. Providing support for former prisoners "through-the-gate" is important to aid resettlement and reduce the risk of reoffending. This paper aims to present research on a programme called Sounding Out: a two-year, London-based programme providing ex-prisoners with longer-term rehabilitative opportunities upon their release to bridge the gap between life inside and outside of prison.

DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH The study aimed to understand the impact of the Sounding Out programme on ex-prisoners from the perspective of participants, staff and family members. Semi-structured interviews took place with 17 people: ten participants across two Sounding Out projects; six members of staff - three from the Irene Taylor Trust, two musicians and one former prison worker; and one family member of a participant.

FINDINGS The research provides an understanding of the impact of involvement in a carefully designed programme of music creation, skills development and work placements. Thematic analysis of the data resulted in three key themes: personal impact, focus and direction and interpersonal relationships. The findings are consistent with the body of research that demonstrates the impact of music programmes on prisoners.

ORIGINALITY/VALUE The current study adds to the relatively limited body of evidence on the role of music programmes in the reintegration of former prisoners into the community.


Language: en

Keywords

Music programme; Rehabilitation; Resettlement; Social support; Well-being

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