Reentry

Join Alliance for Higher Education for a crucial conversation on the closure of the Georgia State University Prison Education Project (GSUPEP).

What led to this development, and what lessons can we learn from it?

Your insights are invaluable as we navigate challenges in advancing education within correctional facilities.

Together, let’s ensure every individual has access to high quality learning opportunities.

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Unlock Higher Education is thrilled to introduce the EdTrust Fellows. Throughout this yearlong fellowship, these incredible individuals utilize their own lived experiences to shape, review, and amplify EdTrust’s policy recommendations for justice-impacted students. Their voices hold immense power to create meaningful change for those seeking education opportunities.

But that’s not all! Explore the remarkable progress UHE’s committees have made this month. Get the scoop on our Hill Day 2024 event and the remarkable progress our committees have achieved this month. Stay in the loop with the latest updates!

Register for the meeting here or get involved here!… Read More… »

From Prison Cells to PhD (P2P) is gearing up for an incredible event: our upcoming Job Fair. It’s not just any job fair – it’s an opportunity to connect with a diverse range of successful employers, community partners, and influential leaders. Together, we’re creating pathways to success in fields that matter – from STEM and Law to Advocacy, Union Labor, BioTech, Hospitality, and Community Service & Outreach.

Imagine the possibilities: networking with industry experts, exploring new career opportunities, and gaining valuable insights into your chosen field. Whether you’re seeking your first job, considering a career change, or looking to advance your current role, this event is designed with you in mind.

Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! Sign up today to secure your spot at our Job Fair. Let’s embark on this journey together and pave the way for a brighter future!
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From Prison Cells to PhD (P2P) is delighted to announce the upcoming graduation of Prison-to-Professionals Cohort 36, both online and from the Missouri Department of Correction’s Transition Center of St. Louis and beyond! 

If you are a mentor or a family member interested in attending the graduation, please reach out to your scholar for the invitation. For alumni, ambassadors, or those who wish to cheer on the new scholars, we invite you to connect with us on our social media page or via email at info@prisontopro.org! 

Are you considering joining a future P2P Cohort? Take the first step towards a brighter future by completing our intake form here. … Read More… »

Understand current topics when discussing higher education in prison settings with UHE’s “Asks for Hill Day 2024” led by Shelia Meiman.

We’ll be tackling crucial topics like Digital Equity, Pay Equity, and Loan Forgiveness, all aimed at enhancing access to equitable education for incarcerated students.

This training session is a vital opportunity for your professional development.

Join us online on March 12th, 2024, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm EST. For more information and to secure your spot, email mickey@prisontopro.org.… Read More… »

Enhance your advocacy skills when discussing higher education in prison settings with an upcoming COABE Training session led by Jeffrey Abramowitz.

Jeffrey will guide you through essential methodologies and approaches, empowering you to effectively engage with legislators and national leaders. Together, we’ll work towards amplifying voices for equitable educational opportunities, including those for current and former incarcerated students.

This training session is a vital opportunity for your professional development.

Join us online on March 5th, 2024, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm EST. For more information and to secure your spot, email mickey@prisontopro.org.… Read More… »

Unlock Higher Education is thrilled to introduce Stacy Burnett, who will shed light on her groundbreaking work with Ithaka, JSTOR Access in Prisons, and the Access in Prison Initiative.

But that’s not all! Explore the remarkable progress UHE’s committees have made this month. Get the scoop on our Hill Day 2024 event and the remarkable progress our committees have achieved this month. Stay in the loop with the latest updates!

Register for the meeting here or get involved here!… Read More… »

!!!Due to popular demand, RRJ has extended their restorative weekend for a third date!!!

RRJ’s restorative weekend will help deepen your understanding of restorative practices, along with building community and solving problems.

The workshop will be held March 9th from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm.

*You only need to register for and attend ONE workshop.

Registration: $300

Includes official International Institute of Restorative Practices training certificate.

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Creating networks of success for women in reentry.

Bringing together respected leaders, professionals, credible messengers, and others, this one-day symposium offers a chance to connect and share insights on reentry. Attendees from higher education, corrections, community groups, and more will discuss solutions specific to Tennessee and ways to lower barriers faced by justice-impacted residents. Through conversations centered on the local experience, participants can explore building a more accessible future for women in reentry across the state.

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