This booklet addresses going from Not In My Backyard (NIMBY) to Yes In My Backyard (YIMBY) when implementing a small-scale, differentiated and community-integrated detention house. By disseminating examples of good practices from innovative facilities and programmes, advice is formed on how to communicate and overcome resistance. The arguments made can pave a way towards acceptance in a community and should be used in conjunction with other tools during the implementation process.
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DETENTION HOUSE ECONOMICS: UNPACKING THE MYTHS OF COST-EFFICIENCY
Incarceration is often framed as a significant financial burden on society, with discussions frequently focusing on its immediate costs — such as daily expenses for