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| Abbreviation | IPPF, FIPP |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | International Penal and Penitentiary Commission |
| Formation | 1950 |
| Founded at | Bern, Switzerland |
| Type | IGO, NGO |
| Legal status | Foundation |
| Purpose | Promotes studies in the field of the prevention of crime and the treatment of offenders |
| Headquarters | Bern, Switzerland |
Region | Worldwide |
| Methods | Scientific research, publications and teaching |
| Fields | Prison reform, Prisoners' rights, Human rights |
Membership (2024) | 25 Member States |
Secretary General | Mary Rogan |
President | Stephen Shute |
Main organ | Council of the Foundation |
| Website | https://www.ippf-fipp.org/ |
The International Penal and Penitentiary Foundation (IPPF; French: Fondation internationale pénale et pénitentiaire, FIPP) is an international organisation with quasi-governmental status. It promotes studies on crime-prevention and treatment of offenders, focussing on research, publications and teaching. It has been approved by the General Assembly of the United Nations and holds consultative status at the United Nations and the Council of Europe.
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