CHALLENGES OF PROVIDING EDUCATION IN PRISONS: ANALYSIS OF THE EHPC PRACTICE AND PERSPECTIVES FOR MOLDOVA

This article focuses on the implementation of the right to education for prisoners in penitentiary institutions using information technology. The main emphasis is placed on the analysis of international and national legal acts, the case law of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), as well as a comparative study of practices in various countries in this field. The article examines key ECHR cases that highlight the importance of upholding the right to education for prisoners and minimizing restrictions on this right. The analysis also explores the potential for introducing digital education in Moldovan penitentiary institutions, focusing on the enhancement of digital infrastructure, the training of personnel, and the design of tailored educational programs. The article concludes by offering recommendations on incorporating information technologies into prison education, which aids in developing prisoners' digital competencies, supports their successful reintegration into society, and helps reduce the likelihood of reoffending.