We all know that a properly-fitted mask reduces your risk of COVID-19; ensuring there are no gaps around your nose, chin, or at the sides of your face protects everyone during this pandemic. This is especially true for detainees, who are at higher risk of becoming infected. Firstly they live in closed systems, often in shared cells, making it harder to social distance. There are higher rates of physical co-morbidity and mental health diagnoses in prisoners, which is further compounded by having limited access to healthcare. If you are entering a secure environment, please ensure your mask is worn correctly, use an alternative to shaking hands, implement good hand hygiene, and practice social distancing.
Integritas serves the physical, social and spiritual needs of detainees held within police stations in Olongapo City and the surrounding Zambales region of the Philippines. We ensure we abide to WHO guidelines for safe practices during the COVID-19 pandemic while we do so. We have only been able to do this with our supporters’ generous donations. If you would like to know more about our work during COVID-19 please visit our donation page and consider supporting our work.