BuCor, PUP ink agreement for PDL behavior modification program

The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) and the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at the BuCor headquarters in Muntinlupa City. The agreement establishes a training program for BuCor personnel focused on effectively addressing behavioral modification of persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) to aid their eventual reintegration into society.

BuCor Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. and PUP Dean of the Graduate School, Dr. Elmer de Jose, formalized the agreement. The initiative aims to equip BuCor personnel with necessary skills and knowledge through comprehensive training programs developed by PUP's faculty and graduate students. PUP will provide technical expertise and resources to elevate the quality of life for those under BuCor's care.

Under the agreement, PUP will assess and revise existing behavior modification modules to ensure their relevance and effectiveness. The university will also provide training materials, facilitate workshops, and monitor progress for successful program implementation.

BuCor committed to supporting PUP's initiatives by facilitating access to its personnel for training sessions and ensuring their active participation. Both organizations will undertake regular coordination for feedback and sustainable program development. Director Catapang stated that leveraging the strengths of BuCor and PUP has the potential to create significant impact on rehabilitation efforts, promoting productive futures for participants and positive changes beyond prison walls.