Washington Must Atone For Its Legacy Of Mass Incarceration
In his inaugural address, President Joe Biden pledged to combat the sting of systemic racism, boldly promising that the “dream of justice for all will be deferred no longer.” He took his first steps toward making good on that promise by signing a slew of executive orders focused on equity — including directing the U.S. […]
Second Chances: Why Providing Pell Grants For Prison Inmates Is A Sound Investment
This year gives about 463,000 of the more than 2 million Americans behind bars — and President-elect Joe Biden — a chance at a fresh start. Buried deep in Congress’ latest COVID-19 relief deal is a provision that would allow the incarcerated the chance to better themselves, and their communities, through higher education. For almost […]
Re-envisioning Education In Correctional Facilities
Today, 2.3 million people sit in prisons or jails. Research suggests that those who participate in well-rounded education programs are 43% less likely to commit another crime after release than those who do not. But—while people in prison have widely varying learning needs—many inmates are unable to access any education at all, and what programming […]
Education Behind Bars: Helping Prisoners Find Purpose
Host Vince Molinari interviews Harris Ferrell, CEO of APDS (American Prison Data Systems, PBC) about his technology company helping educate prisoners across the country … Read More
