Alliance for Higher Education in Prison

We support the expansion of quality higher education in prison, empower students in prison, and shape public discussions about education and incarceration.

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

We’ve joined Bluesky! ☀️ Find us there under the same handle (allianceforhep)

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

🎓✨ Celebrating 50 years of transformative impact! 🌟 Boston University's Prison Education Program has been a beacon of hope and opportunity, changing lives and reshaping futures for half a century.

https://t.co/Njh6G4GREh

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

✨ Empowering futures through financial literacy! Dive into the inspiring journey of how finance education is transforming lives, highlighted in Wharton Magazine. Let's continue to champion initiatives that democratize access to financial knowledge!

https://t.co/qXABabnNiy

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

New Research: Assessing the Impact of COVID-19 on Prison Education

From halted in-person instruction to concerns about access, the pandemic's repercussions are profound. Learn more:

https://t.co/WJbLTpg4iS

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

Does your program need more books? Apply today for the Prison Education Book Connection!

We have partnered with W.W. Norton to supply free books to higher education in prison programs. Books will ship in June.

Learn more at: https://t.co/BSn4sCTB2V

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

NEXT WEEK: #PowerHour and #NCHEP date and location announcement!

Join us as we discuss the future of higher education in prison and build a stronger community. We'll also be announcing the Spring 2025 NCHEP location, theme and dates!

Register today: https://t.co/BfedxOtjjD

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

Submit your proposal today for the Incarcerated Scholars Conference!

Check out our Call for Proposals which outlines how you can apply to be part of the first HEP conference exclusively featuring currently incarcerated scholars.

Learn more at https://t.co/XFFC1Mbj4T

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

🌟 Breaking barriers and building futures!

Colorado launches its first bachelor's degree program at a women's prison. Education is empowerment & this initiative signifies a powerful culture shift towards opportunity!

https://t.co/LZpfWwJ03K

@opencampusmedia @adamsstate

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

Missed last week's community conversation about the Georgia State University Prison Education Project shutdown?

The recording is now live on our YouTube channel! Learn how you can support GSUPEP and what we can do to protect higher education in prison.

https://t.co/hNfZRUGemL

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

Join us for a Q&A with Alliance Executive Director Ved Price and Assistant Director Susie Bannon to discuss the upcoming Incarcerated Scholars Conference!

Come with questions and comments, or just ready to listen and learn.

Register today: https://t.co/gGIY6MCYHv

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

We are thrilled to announce a new member to the team!

Natalie Aragonez has spent years working in the nonprofit sector. Drawing from her lived experience, she has worked as a case manager and peer specialist.

Join us in welcoming Natalie as our Operations and Program Admin!

[Ascendium's Education Philanthropy @AscendiumEP]

Are you attending @AchieveTheDream’s Equity and Justice Institute?
Join Molly Lasagna, Laura Ferguson-Mimms, Jamol Wynn, Nicole Hendricks, and Shawnice Johnson in a two-part session as they share how institutions are expanding educational opportunities for incarcerated learners on May 2 at 12:05 p.m. and 1 p.m. ET.

https://t.co/1kdp7t6JcK

[Owen Cantrell @DrOwenC]

Check it out at 1:00p EST today. I'd definitely encourage you to do so if you're a PC/GSU student, staff, faculty, or alumni.

https://t.co/pMjpHQntXu

Register here:

https://t.co/uxAeGkoQk2

[Michelson 20MM Foundation @Michelson20MM]

In-prison education is imperative to reducing recidivism and creating second chances. PhD student Ryan Flaco Rising, @UciLifted, reflects on how he went from being incarcerated to now being an instructor in the same prison. #SecondChanceMonth

Learn more: https://t.co/rQAm5uX0uA

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

TOMORROW: Webinar on connecting currently incarcerated people to career pathways!

Join the National Reentry Resource Center for a discussion featuring leaders from @usedgov, @adamsstate, Colorado DOC, @MellonFdn & the Alliance

Register today: https://t.co/GVVsQl8wkA

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

New Research Report! 50 States, 1 Goal:Examining State-Level Recidivism Trends in the Second Chance Act Era

https://t.co/OX18HF6Wlc

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

🌟 Grant Opportunity: The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) announced their Community-based Reentry Incubator Initiative grants!

Application deadline is July 15.

https://t.co/rrnLLojuQB

[John Jay College Inst. for Justice and Opportunity @JusticeAndOpp]

Interested in pursuing higher education post-release? NYU offers pathways through the NYU Prison Education Program (PEP) and the Horizon Grant!
The Horizon Grant supports formerly incarcerated students admitted to undergraduate NYU degree programs. You still have time to apply!

[FormerlyIncarcerated CollegeGraduatesNetwork @FICGN]

Applications for our new Career Development Coordinator close this weekend! You can apply now: https://t.co/I47L6BiuZR

[Alliance for Higher Education in Prison @AllianceforHEP]

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

What are the consequences of this devastating development? What does it mean for the larger #higheredinprison community? Register today:

https://t.co/SUHz9ajgbO