The success of two “outstanding graduates” of a rehabilitation programme was celebrated in a special ceremony to mark their achievements.

Former inmates, Tio Weeks and Winslow Williams, have completed the Right Living House programme, established in 2010 to provide participants with a structured, educational and therapeutic environment.

It was designed to empower individuals to demonstrate responsible and appropriate behaviour, offering the tools for personal growth and reintegration into society.

Since graduating, Mr Weeks has secured full-time employment and Mr Williams has completed his plumbing certification at Bermuda College.

The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Kim Wilkerson said: “Programmes like Right Living House provide the critical support and resources necessary for individuals to rebuild their lives and break free from the cycle of substance abuse.

“We acknowledge that there is a broader issue of substance abuse within the community and recognise the profound impact it has on individuals and their families.

“The Government is committed to rehabilitation and community safety.

“We must provide rehabilitation opportunities and assist individuals in successfully reintegrating into society.

“By offering programmes that promote personal growth and skills development, we contribute to safer communities and brighter futures.”

Congratulating the two men, the Commissioner of Corrections, Keeva Joell-Benjamin, quoted Maya Angelou when she said: “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”

The Commissioner added: “The Department of Corrections’s goal is to empower inmates to be responsible and productive citizens.

“Just like artists use various mediums to help people understand the present, interpret the past, and envision the future, I believe that this is what our staff at RLH do to assist our clients through the recovery process.”