Minister for Equality, Employment, Culture and Tourism, The Hon. Christian Santos GMD MP, presented PATHS (Professional Advancement Through Holistic Skills) certificates to participants from HMP Windmill Hill, the Supported Employment Programme, Work Reintegration Programme, the Economic Development Employment Company (EDEC), Ocean Views and Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Services (DARS).

Thirteen inmates at HMP Windmill Hill received 161 certificates achieved using Coracle Inside laptops. Since its rollout in February 2025, 32 inmates have completed 434 courses, with average scores ranging between 85% and 92% in varied courses including on transport and logistics, construction, employability and wellbeing.

A further 8 inmates achieved 11 certificates through participation in dramatherapy, art therapy and neurodiversity workshops, part of the developmental strand of the PATHS programme at HMP Windmill Hill. Dramatherapist Nyree Robinson delivered workshops centred on confidence building, anger management and self-esteem. Art Therapist Jacqima Rios facilitated sessions designed to support emotional regulation, resilience and self-awareness through creative expression. Clare Francis of Ed-You-Cation delivered workshops focused on neurodiversity, ADHD, dyslexia, goal setting and approaches to learning tailored to individual strengths.

Minister Santos then presented 154 certificates to 32 participants from the Supported Employment Programme, Work Reintegration Programme, EDEC, Ocean Views and DARS during a ceremony at the John Mackintosh Hall. Certificates were achieved through weekly online courses delivered in the PATHS classroom, courses delivered at Ocean Views and DARS, and in-person workshops facilitated by Clare Francis of Ed-You-Cation. The certificates recognised participants’ engagement across employability, wellbeing, neurodiversity and personal development courses.

The PATHS programme continues to provide accessible learning opportunities tailored to different needs and backgrounds, with a focus on building confidence, developing practical skills and supporting pathways into employment and greater independence.

Minister Santos said: “I am incredibly proud of all the participants receiving certificates today. PATHS continues to demonstrate the importance of accessible and inclusive learning, helping individuals build confidence, develop skills and move forward positively. I would like to thank the practitioners for their dedication and support, as well as the teams at HMP Windmill Hill, Ocean Views and Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Services for their continued collaboration in making these programmes possible.”