Wisconsin Department of Corrections’ Post

Dive into the impact of justice system involvement on college students in recovery during our webinar on April 18, 2024, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. ET! Led by Dr. Noel Vest, explore the differences in substance use, recovery-related outcomes, and academic performance among students with and without a history of incarceration. Discover crucial adjustments needed within collegiate recovery programs to support students effectively. Presented in collaboration with the Association of Recovery in Higher Education, this session aims to deepen your understanding of the association between justice system involvement, age, substance use, and academic outcomes among collegiate students in recovery programs in the United States. https://buff.ly/3xzlvRI #justicesystemimpact #collegestudents #collegiaterecovery #recovery

"While there are unquestionably good and decent people at every level of corrections, just as there are people who resist change based on their oppressive mindsets, there are many people whose actions are only as good as the system will allow them to be." 🌱 In our latest #VoicesofOpportunity blog, Will Anderson shares their experiences as a student who is incarcerated and offers invaluable advice to postsecondary leaders looking to launch college programs in corrections facilities. Read more about Will's experiences. https://lnkd.in/ekM25tZJ #SecondChanceMonth #prisoneducation #highered #NormalizingOpportunity

By recognizing and addressing the unique challenges formerly incarcerated people face, we can help these students overcome obstacles and pursue their academic dreams." - Kareemah Hanifa, @EdTrust’s Justice Fellow, shares a new blog. https://edtru.st/46anurq #JusticeImpacted

Another great post from this awesome organization. It goes right along with my last post...which is also a repost of something from Jobs for the Future (JFF)! Give this a read and give them a follow. Change starts with YOU.

We have also supported the development of literacy in UK prison education. Low literacy can be a result of many challenges experienced by individuals - challenges beyond their control. Having said that we have so many fabulous examples of adults from various ages and backgrounds learning to read and write and so experiencing the joys of reading to grandchildren or completing job applications. #furthereducation #tvet #skills #literacy

Survey Request: College Bridge Programs for Justice Impacted Students Survey As college in prison programs continue to expand, supported by the newly reinstated Federal Pell Grants, the need for college bridge programs has become all the more urgent. Formal agreements with higher education institutions may be needed to evaluate the effectiveness of the College Bridge program on long-term student outcomes. In order to get a better understanding of the need for College Bridge Programs that help incarcerated people acquire the writing, critical thinking and math skills required to access Pell funded higher education programs, a field survey to assess the needs of both the incarcerated population and the colleges is necessary. Please take the short survey (deadline 8/31/23): https://lnkd.in/exCsRKUJ #PrisonLiteracy #AdultEdu #BridgePrograms #Survey Coalition on Adult Basic Education Danielle Cox, M.Ed. Jeffrey Abramowitz Shaketta Thomas

Celebrating one of our resident scholars, Jarrell Daniels, for taking the TEDx stage and inspiring us all with his thought-provoking talk about what prosecutors and justiced-impacted community members can learn from each other by simply sitting together and talking. Jarrell's ideas are shaping his future, and we're proud to have him as part of our community! #TEDTalk #InspirationalSpeaker #ThoughtLeadership"

Literacy is an often overlooked social justice issue. But it is foundational to success and progress in almost every facet of life. If you’re in the Atlanta area on January 30th come join the C.T. Vivian Foundation for a free screening of “The Right to Read” documentary and a follow on panel to learn more about the literacy crises in America. Register for free at https://lnkd.in/gFz_UYrS #literacy #literacymatters #literacyforall

This fall, nearly 600 students across 22 #correctional facilities are expected to begin earning some type of #college credit. The UW Odyssey Project Beyond Bars program caters to those who have yet to succeed in higher education or have never step foot in a college classroom. #reentry #reentrymatters #Wisconsin #corrections #WICorrections #collegestudents #education #educationopportunities #highereducation #secondchances #Pell #grants

📚👨🏫 Nicholas De Dominic, an experienced teacher in various facilities for 15 years, has garnered some invaluable insights. 🤔 Curious to know what he's learned during his journey? Don't miss out on his thought-provoking reflections: https://lnkd.in/gge9eyGy 💬🗣️ After reading his story, we'd love to hear YOUR thoughts! Share with us what resonated with you or any thoughts you have on the topic. Let's start an engaging conversation! 🗨️✨ #unlockhighereducation #EducationEquity #CollegeInPrison #PellGrants #CollegeBridgePrograms #Survey #MakeYourVoiceHeard #EmpoweringEducation #IncarceratedEducation #AccessToOpportunity #SupportingOrganizations #InspiringBooks #TransformativeReading #UncoverYourPurpose #JoinUs #MakeADifference #UnlockHigherEducation #CommunityImpact #TogetherWeRise #Empowerment #OperationRestoration #EducationMatters #InspiringStories #EmpowerChange #LifeLongLearning #UnlockHigherEd, #HigherEducation #collegeinprison #collegenotcages #PrisonEducation #TeacherInsights #EngagingDiscussions