Irish Penal Reform Trust

Founded in 1994, Irish Penal Reform Trust is a charity based in Dublin, Ireland working on justice & legal aid, human rights.

The Irish Penal Reform Trust (IPRT) is an independent charity founded in 1994 by citizens concerned about human rights abuses in Irish prisons. It campaigns for respect for human rights in the penal system and for imprisonment to be used only as a last resort. Its work includes policy and research publications, advocacy with government and the Oireachtas, public awareness and media engagement, and monitoring of prison conditions, deaths in custody and inspection reports. It is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors and is supported by members, donors, charitable trusts and volunteers. IPRT is registered as a company limited by guarantee without share capital, with its registered office at MACRO, 1 Green Street, Dublin 7, and operates in Ireland.