On the concept of foundation the Russian penitentiary club
The article is devoted to the foundation of the Russian Penitentiary Club. The process of its foundation, the issues discussed at the first (constituent) meeting, its purpose, mission, main activities are disclosed. Particular attention is paid to such an area of activity as the creation of scientific schools. A historical information is given about the penitentiary traditions on the Vologda land, where the opening of the Russian Penitentiary Club took place.