Karaszewska, HannaRajewska de Mezer, Joanna2014-09-242014-09-242013Studia Edukacyjne, nr 29, 2013, s. 213-231978-83-232-2738-01233-6688http://hdl.handle.net/10593/11586The authors describe the multiplicity of tasks performed by the Polish state and nongovernmental organizations for the sake of persons released from prison. A return to society after serving a prison sentence is a challenge for both a former convict and society. The period after leaving a prison is very important and difficult because it influences the person’s future life. There are many and varied factors influencing the process of social re-adaptation of prisoners. The preparation for the social reintegration of a prisoner begins already in a penitentiary institution and should be continued after a person is released. The Polish state and non-governmental organizations provide assistance and these actions should instil in an individual the need to perform legitimate social roles.plsocial reintegrationpost-penitentiary assistanceconvictedArtykuł