Artwork by Jersey prisoners showcased in exhibition

Head of education Sanja Koppen said about 45 prisoners had contributed: “We hope the exhibition serves as a platform for social change, inviting visitors to think about the themes of rehabilitation, and the potential for personal growth.”

She said: “We want to encourage viewers to see the power of art as a transformative tool for healing and self-expression ultimately empowering individuals to rebuild their lives and contribute positively to society.”

Lucy Blackmore, art teacher at Le Moye, said the chance to showcase the prisoner’s artwork was a way of “motivating and engaging them in creative activity”.

She said: “This raises individual self-esteem and opens minds to engage in other educational opportunities, and behaviour management programmes: all geared towards helping prisoners to make life-improving decisions.

“This all contributes towards our journey of releasing better neighbours.”