"Of course, it's wonderful that more people are talking about the intersection of higher education and justice. We know from research that some of the lack of educational opportunities in prisons and jails are correlated with high unemployment rates among formerly incarcerated people, and in turn, contribute to high reincarceration rates."
"The Petey Greene Program has partnered with prisons and higher education institutions for years to provide tutoring services to incarcerated learners, promoting college-level writing, reading, and math skills for academic success."
"An increase in funding opportunities will help incarcerated individuals needing assistance readjusting to the classroom environment or enhancing their academic skills to college level."
"The college bridge program by Petey Greene is crucial for setting incarcerated students up for success in higher education, emphasizing the importance of educational access for personal transformation."
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