PRONASCI - what is it and who is entitled?

On February 15, 2024, the federal government relaunched the National Citizenship Security Program (Pronasci II).

Pronasci II aims to reduce violence and promote public safety with a focus on social integration, education and culture.

In addition, the program seeks to strengthen the Maria da Penha Patrol and build Brazilian Women's Homes.

Today, we are going to talk about what PRONASCI is, how it works and who is entitled to the benefit.

What is PRONASCI?

O PROBORN (National Public Security with Citizenship Program) was created in 2007 with the aim of promoting public security and citizenship in Brazil. The program operates on several fronts, such as:

• Violence prevention: Through social, educational and cultural actions.
• Fighting crime: With support for the police and strengthening the criminal justice system.
• Protection of victims: With the provision of support and assistance services.
• Promotion of citizenship: Through social and professional inclusion actions.

O PROBORN it's a program intersectoral, which means that it involves the participation of various bodies and entities of the federal government, states and municipalities, in addition to civil society.

Who is entitled to PRONASCI benefits?

The benefits of PRONASCI are aimed at the entire Brazilian population, focusing on:

• Young people in situations of social vulnerability: Who are at risk of being recruited by organized crime.
• Victims of violence: Who need support and assistance to reintegrate into society.
• Prisoners and ex-prisoners: Who need work and education opportunities to reintegrate into society.

The PRONASCI programs and actions they are free and can be accessed by anyone who meets the eligibility criteria.

How to access the benefits of PRONASCI?

To access the benefits of PROBORN, Interested parties should seek out the bodies and entities responsible for implementing the program's programs and actions in their states and municipalities.

The PRONASCI service points can be found at:

• City Halls: In the public security, social assistance, education and culture departments.
• Social Assistance Reference Centers (CRAS): In the CRAS units in each municipality.
• Specialized Social Assistance Reference Centers (CREAS): In CREAS units in each municipality.
• Civil society organizations: Who work with the theme of public safety and citizenship.

The Importance of PRONASCI: Building a Safer and Fairer Brazil

O PROBORN (National Public Security with Citizenship Program) plays a crucial role in building a safer and fairer Brazil. Through a comprehensive and innovative approach, the program seeks to:

1. Reduce Violence and Crime:

PRONASCI invests in social, educational and cultural actions to prevent violence at its source, combating social inequalities and promoting inclusion.

The program strengthens the police and the criminal justice system, improving investigative work and punishing crimes effectively.

PRONASCI offers support and assistance to victims of violence, guaranteeing their rights and promoting their recovery.

2. Promote Citizenship

The program offers work, education and professional qualification opportunities for young people in situations of social vulnerability, combating social exclusion and marginalization.

PRONASCI offers resocialization programs for prisoners and former inmates, increasing their chances of reintegration into society.

The program encourages civil society participation in the formulation and evaluation of public security policies, ensuring greater transparency.

3. Strengthen Public Safety

PRONASCI promotes integration between the different spheres of government (federal, state and municipal) and between the various bodies and entities that operate in the area of public security.

The program invests in the modernization of the police and the criminal justice system, using new technologies and investigation methods.

PRONASCI seeks efficient management of public resources, with a focus on achieving concrete results in reducing violence and promoting public safety.

4. Facing Complex Challenges

PRONASCI recognizes the impact of racism on violence and crime and implements measures to combat it, promoting racial equality and social justice.

The program pays special attention to combating violence against women, with actions to prevent, protect and punish crimes.

PRONASCI works to combat drug trafficking, dismantling criminal organizations and preventing drug use among young people.

5. Building a Better Future

Through a joint effort by the government, civil society and all citizens, we can achieve a future with less violence, more opportunities and a better quality of life.

Conclusion

O PROBORN (National Public Security with Citizenship Program) is a complex and ambitious program that seeks to address challenges in Brazilian public security.

The program is still in the implementation phase and its long-term results are still uncertain.

It is important to monitor the program and evaluate its impacts on public safety and Brazilian society.