Iquique women's prison reopens sales room to support reintegration

The Sales Room of the Closed Education and Work Center (CET) in Iquique has been reopened at the Iquique Penitentiary Compliance Center. The initiative aims to foster socio-labor development and reintegration for 30 female inmates.

Operating Monday through Friday from 09:00 to 17:00 in the La Puntilla sector, the room offers various products and services. Available items include pastries such as cakes, cupcakes, and lemon pies, as well as hydroponic vegetables. The program also highlights vocational skills in bakery, sewing, and hairdressing.

Regional authorities, including the Seremi of Justice and Human Rights and the Seremi of Public Security, attended the reopening ceremony. Officials stated that profits from sales will be reinvested to create more work opportunities and improve the future well-being of the participants.