<![CDATA[Social stigma can hinder clients with narcotics-related cases from completing the social reintegration process after serving their sentences. This study aims to identify the forms of social stigma experienced by these clients and to analyze its impact on their psychological, social, and economic conditions at Griya Abhipraya Pinondang, Class II Probation and Correctional Office of Nusakambangan. A qualitative case study design was used. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with twelve informants (three clients, three community supervisors, three family members, and three neighborhood heads), supported by observation and document analysis, and analyzed using the interactive model of Miles and Huberman. The findings show that the stigma tends to be subtle rather than overt. No open discrimination or nicknaming was found. Stigma instead appears as the feeling of being perceived differently, community vigilance and special scrutiny, social distance, negative stereotypes, and doubts about extending trust and employment. Psychologically, stigma is associated with shame and reduced self-confidence; socially, it leads some clients to limit their interactions, although they keep participating in community activities; economically, it is associated with difficulties in finding work, rebuilding social networks, and accessing capital, some of which stem from administrative requirements. These impacts are cushioned by family support, family responsibilities, guidance from the Probation and Correctional Office, and community involvement. Stigma is therefore one barrier that interacts with other barriers, not the sole determinant of reintegration. Continuous guidance and stronger community acceptance are needed.]]>
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