A friend sends a CNN report concerning the use of the sport of fencing as therapy for young prisoners in Senegal:
Source: CDC.
Senegal is experimenting with a new form of restorative justice where these child prisoners – whose offenses range from violence to theft – are being taught to fence in twice-weekly classes that take place outside of prison walls.
The aim? Teach the kids how to follow rules and regulations once they are released from prison. …
“The weapon, the white attire, the mask, rites and rules, and situations of combat and arbitration. No other sport can bring together all these elements,” said the ASE founder. “The gradual change in behavior of jailed minors in the detention space and during hearings has convinced all prison staff and magistrates of its merits[,” said Nelly Robin, who came up with idea.]
A fascinating project. I hope to hear more about it in the future.
