Juan Miguel Petit
Juan Miguel Petit is a prominent Uruguayan politician and the Parliamentary Commissioner for Prisons, known for his advocacy in prison reform. Recently, he has been in the news for presenting a comprehensive report with over 40 measures aimed at transforming the Uruguayan penitentiary system, which is currently facing significant challenges such as overcrowding, violence, and inadequate rehabilitation programs. Petit emphasizes the need for a long-term State Pact to facilitate substantial and lasting changes within the system, highlighting the importance of collaboration among various state powers and civil society in addressing these critical issues.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit argued that the INR needs independence to effectively manage budgets and policies.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit is the director of the Inddhh and a former parliamentary commissioner for prisons.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit expressed that the project would significantly harm the protection of children's human rights.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit has already assumed his role in the National Human Rights Institution.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit is being considered as the successor to Bernardo Legnani.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit is proposed as a successor for a parliamentary position and is seen as a favorite for the role.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit is a well-regarded name circulating for a political position in Uruguay.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit is the parliamentary commissioner for prisons who supports the creation of the Ministry of Justice.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit is the Parliamentary Commissioner for Penitentiary Affairs who provided insights on the prison population.
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Uruguay:
Juan Miguel Petit presented a comprehensive report with over 40 measures to reform the Uruguayan penitentiary system.
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