VOICED : The Uruguayan jail that breeds entrepreneurs

VOICED : The Uruguayan jail that breeds entrepreneurs

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video explores a unique prison in Uruguay where inmates are encouraged to work and start businesses, fostering a sense of freedom and responsibility. This approach aims to reform the prison system, previously criticized for human rights violations. Despite challenges like routine incidents, the prison offers opportunities for inmates to change their lives, as seen in success stories like a bakery started by former gang members. The prison's model treats inmates as entrepreneurs, emphasizing the belief that changing circumstances can lead to personal transformation.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What does the director believe about the influence of circumstances on individuals?

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What business did former gang leader Hilbert Irolo establish inside the prison?

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