Send a note of encouragement to students in prison.

Access to higher education in prison can transform lives.

Pamela,   Every day, more than 1,000 people return to their communities from state and federal prisons. During this transition, finding stable employment is essential.   But for people with conviction histories, good jobs can be hard to find—especially without a postsecondary degree.   That's why college-in-prison programs are so essential. Vera's Unlocking Potential initiative works with colleges and corrections leaders to expand access to education in prisons across the country.   You can be part of this vital work to support incarcerated students. Take a moment to sign our digital card and leave a note of encouragement for students in prison. Pamela, access to higher education in prison can transform lives.  Vera research suggests that people who complete a postsecondary education program while incarcerated have a nearly 10 percent increase in employment rates upon returning home compared to others leaving prison.¹ "These programs work," says Donna Zuniga, associate vice president of the Lee College Huntsville Center. Since 1966, the school has been providing college courses to incarcerated people in Texas, helping students secure stable employment upon release. Postsecondary education delivers widespread benefits behind bars and beyond. It has been shown to decrease violence and improve quality of life in prison and even reduce the odds of reincarceration in the future. As we continue fighting for a brighter future, help us share best wishes with incarcerated students who recently began a new school year. In solidarity,  Vera Institute of Justice ¹https://www.vera.org/publications/investing-in-futures-education-in-prison © 2025 Vera Institute of Justice. All Rights Reserved.   Vera Institute of Justice 34 35th Street | Suite 4-2A | Brooklyn, NY 11232 (212) 334-1300   Privacy Statement | unsubscribe