IPM Bologna

The “Pietro Siciliani” Juvenile Prison (from now on “Bologna IPM”) is located in the centre of Bologna and forms part of the broader Juvenile Justice Centre (CGM) for the Emilia-Romagna region, in North-Italy. The CGM is responsible for implementing judicial orders issued by juvenile courts and collaborates with regional and local authorities on prevention and rehabilitation policies. In addition to the facility, the complex includes a Centre for First Reception (CPA), a Juvenile Social Services Office, and a state-run residential community for minors under precautionary measures, where support is delivered through individualised, interdisciplinary approaches. Situated in a lively urban area, the Bologna IPM benefits from long-established ties with the local community, particularly through partnerships with civil society organisations. These partnerships contribute to the reintegration of young people in conflict with the law and support educational and rehabilitative programmes.

→ Full report

SMALL-SCALE

The official capacity of the Bologna IPM is 40. The facility includes dedicated spaces for education, vocational training, recreation, and worship, with separate housing for minors and young adults, and both indoor and outdoor activity areas.”

SMALL-scale

The official capacity of the Bologna IPM is 40. The facility includes dedicated spaces for education, vocational training, recreation, and worship, with separate housing for minors and young adults, and both indoor and outdoor activity areas.”

IPM Bologna is a:

Youth facility

for:

40 PEOPLE,
Men

Indicated principles:

Community-integrated, Differentiated

IPM Bologna is a:

Youth facility

for:

40 PEOPLE,
Men

Indicated principles:

Community-integrated, Differentiated

IPM Bologna is a:

Youth facility

for:

40 PEOPLE,
Men

Indicated principles:

Community-integrated, Differentiated

DIFFERENTIATION

Admission to juvenile detention facilities in Italy is based on age and legal responsibility, generally including those between 14 and 18 years, and in some cases extending to individuals up to 25. Placement in the IPM is typically reserved for those for whom less restrictive alternatives are not applicable.

The facility offers a wide range of activities aimed at supporting residents’ personal and professional growth. Education at Bologna IPM is coordinated by the CPIA of Bologna, ensuring access to formal schooling. In addition to formal education, residents can engage in various vocational training programs. Courses in catering, gardening, and construction equip participants with practical job skills. Selected residents also benefit from paid internships offered by Cefal through a regional partnership, allowing them to work outside the facility under Article 21 of the Penitentiary Law.

COMMUNITY-INTEGRATION

The Bologna IPM maintains strong connections with the local community through partnerships with educational institutions, training centres, and cultural associations. Schooling is delivered by the CPIA of Bologna, and the University of Bologna supports higher education through distance learning and occasional in-person attendance. Vocational training is coordinated with organisations such as FOMAL and Cefal. Sports activities bring in local teams, encouraging interaction between residents and the broader community. Theatre, art, and carpentry workshops are run in collaboration with local associations, and volunteers regularly contribute to recreational programming. These initiatives reinforce the facilities commitment to gradual reintegration, maintaining a balance between custodial care and community engagement.

Differentiation

Admission to juvenile detention facilities in Italy is based on age and legal responsibility, generally including those between 14 and 18 years, and in some cases extending to individuals up to 25. Placement in the IPM is typically reserved for those for whom less restrictive alternatives are not applicable.

The facility offers a wide range of activities aimed at supporting residents’ personal and professional growth. Education at Bologna IPM is coordinated by the CPIA of Bologna, ensuring access to formal schooling. In addition to formal education, residents can engage in various vocational training programs. Courses in catering, gardening, and construction equip participants with practical job skills. Selected residents also benefit from paid internships offered by Cefal through a regional partnership, allowing them to work outside the facility under Article 21 of the Penitentiary Law.

Community-integration

The Bologna IPM maintains strong connections with the local community through partnerships with educational institutions, training centres, and cultural associations. Schooling is delivered by the CPIA of Bologna, and the University of Bologna supports higher education through distance learning and occasional in-person attendance. Vocational training is coordinated with organisations such as FOMAL and Cefal. Sports activities bring in local teams, encouraging interaction between residents and the broader community. Theatre, art, and carpentry workshops are run in collaboration with local associations, and volunteers regularly contribute to recreational programming. These initiatives reinforce the facilities commitment to gradual reintegration, maintaining a balance between custodial care and community engagement.

the national Department of Juvenile Justice

IPM Bologna

Report IPM Bologna

English report

Visited by Antigone (December 2024)

RESCALED

the national Department of Juvenile Justice

IPM Bologna

Report IPM Bologna

Report

Visit

Visited by Antigone (December 2024)

WISH-EU

the national Department of Juvenile Justice

IPM Bologna

Report IPM Bologna

Report

Visited by Antigone (December 2024)

RESCALED