Sabah inmates trained for hotel jobs in Prison Department's holistic rehabilitation programme
KOTA KINABALU (Aug 7): The Malaysian Prisons Department is intensifying its holistic rehabilitation efforts through the Modular Course in the Field of Hotel Operations, held in Sabah as part of its 2025 initiative.
The 18-day programme, which focused on training in housekeeping, kitchen and stewarding services, involved 32 participants — 17 men and 15 women — from the Kota Kinabalu Central Prison and the Kota Kinabalu Women's Prison.
Conducted according to real hospitality industry standards, the course was delivered in partnership with Mercure Hotel Kota Kinabalu and facilitated by certified trainers who completed a Training of Trainer (TOT) programme in February.
At the closing ceremony held at the hotel on Thursday, three participants were awarded job offer letters — a significant milestone in their reintegration journey.
Among them was 45-year-old Vivian, who was offered a housekeeping position.
'I didn't expect to be picked,' said the Tawau-born, Sino-Kadazan mother of one.
Vivian, who was incarcerated for drug use and is due for release in October 2027, shared that she had turned to methamphetamine to stay awake during her previous job as a tyre saleswoman.
'Never ever take drugs. Even when you're too sleepy, find other alternatives such as coffee,' she advised.
Sabah and Labuan Deputy Prisons Commissioner Tey Hock Soon said the programme reflects the department's focus on rehabilitation and reintegration rather than punishment.
'It proves that we are committed to giving second chances. This not only reduces recidivism through economic stability, but also opens real opportunities for job placements,' he said.
'We want prospects to exit the correctional system not just free from prison walls, but also free from the shackles of stigma and prejudice,' he added.
The course aims to equip participants with practical skills that improve their employability post-release, while also contributing to the hospitality industry's corporate social responsibility and societal reintegration of former inmates.
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