WILLEMSTAD - The Curaçao prison, Sentro di Detenshon i Korekshon Kòrsou (SDKK) currently has 100 vacancies. SDKK warden Urny Floran announced this. There has been a staff freeze from the government for some time, so that no new people may be hired.
According to Floran, a solution has been requested for years and this is the biggest problem facing the prison. The last prison guard is said to have been hired in 2007. Due to the dire financial situation in Curaçao, a staff stop has been in place since 2012.
The prison kitchen is particularly understaffed. Three chefs are employed, while seven vacancies are open. As a result, it is not possible to cook properly, says the SDKK warden.
Floran explains that social workers are very important to the prison and the inmates. They need help and guidance with the rehabilitation program. In addition, supervision is also of great importance for prisoners who are serving a long sentence.
After preparing several reports, the SDKK is still waiting for the vacancies to be opened. According to Floran, the Netherlands has offered help to improve the education and counseling program within the prison.