Document Types
Paper Presentation
School Name
Berkeley School, Inc.
Track or Strand
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Research Advisor (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)
Astudillo, Alfonso III, B.
Start Date
25-6-2025 1:00 PM
End Date
25-6-2025 2:30 PM
Zoom Link/ Room Assignment
https://zoom.us/j/94367113506?pwd=m4trayXxy1UGcK9rPm1Y1tMn95FZKy.1 Meeting ID: 943 6711 3506 Passcode: LCS-RESCON
Abstract/Executive Summary
This study explores the different challenges and success factors women ex-offenders face during their reintegration into society after being incarcerated. With the help of 11 women on parole and probation in Baguio City from interviews, the researchers were able to examine their experiences and perspectives. Superordinate themes emerged, namely Reintegration Struggles and Societal Rejection, Resilience Through Support Systems, and Stigma and Social Exclusion. The results indicate the personal, societal, and structural barriers that women offenders face upon reintegration. Additionally, the successful reintegration of women offenders is influenced by both internal and external support systems, personal motivation, and spiritual guidance. A new insight emerged on the factors that help in the successful reintegration of women, rather than society’s perception of them, their own determination to change is their drive to avoid recidivism. Finally, there is the emphasis that stigma and social exclusion are not isolated experiences but are deeply rooted in the social structures, cultural norms, and institutional practices of society. With these results, the study recommends that even with criminal records, ex-offenders should still be offered fair opportunities in work while excusing them during their required visits. Overall, the study highlights the importance of support systems and opportunities for ex-offenders to successfully re-enter society.
Keywords
convicts; offenders; probation; reintegration; women
Research Theme (for Paper Presentation and Poster Presentation submissions only)
Living Culture and Contemporary Societies (LCS)
Initial Consent for Publication
yes
Statement of Originality
yes
Navigating Reintegration: A Qualitative Exploration of the Challenges and Success Factors for Women Offenders in Society
This study explores the different challenges and success factors women ex-offenders face during their reintegration into society after being incarcerated. With the help of 11 women on parole and probation in Baguio City from interviews, the researchers were able to examine their experiences and perspectives. Superordinate themes emerged, namely Reintegration Struggles and Societal Rejection, Resilience Through Support Systems, and Stigma and Social Exclusion. The results indicate the personal, societal, and structural barriers that women offenders face upon reintegration. Additionally, the successful reintegration of women offenders is influenced by both internal and external support systems, personal motivation, and spiritual guidance. A new insight emerged on the factors that help in the successful reintegration of women, rather than society’s perception of them, their own determination to change is their drive to avoid recidivism. Finally, there is the emphasis that stigma and social exclusion are not isolated experiences but are deeply rooted in the social structures, cultural norms, and institutional practices of society. With these results, the study recommends that even with criminal records, ex-offenders should still be offered fair opportunities in work while excusing them during their required visits. Overall, the study highlights the importance of support systems and opportunities for ex-offenders to successfully re-enter society.
https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/conf_shsrescon/2025/paper_lcs/7
