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Follow the stories of three formerly incarcerated individuals who began their educational journeys while in prison. As they explore what's possible for their futures, they'll meet inspiring folks who've been in their shoes—and learn how they found success on the outside.

Follow the stories of three formerly incarcerated individuals who began their educational journeys while in prison. As they explore what's possible for their futures, they'll meet inspiring folks who've been in their shoes—and learn how they found success on the outside.

A two-episode series exploring higher ed in prison programs that are helping incarcerated folks invest in their education and future success.

A two-episode series exploring higher ed in prison programs that are helping incarcerated folks invest in their education and future success.

Meet three formerly incarcerated folks navigating their paths forward, and see how others who've been in their shoes are thriving.

Watch as the roadtrippers connect with currently and formerly incarcerated folks who are working to increase access to higher ed in prison.

Overview
The Roadtrip
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The Route

Start your next chapter with higher education

New opportunities are opening up for incarcerated people to invest in their education, future economic mobility, and success—and there's still so much more to do! Meet folks who are dedicated to creating greater access and support to ensure folks' successful transitions to the outside, and see how others have navigated their paths during and after incarceration.

Insights from the Interviews

"I don’t allow the way people see me to get in the way of my goals because we only have one life to live."

Romarilyn Ralston, Founding Senior Director, Claremont Justice Education Center, Pitzer College

"My body was incarcerated but my words were never incarcerated. They could touch everyone and everybody everywhere and all the time."

Allen Burnett, Co-Founder & Executive Director, The Prism Way

"When you give people access, it changes everything."

Dara Yin, Senior Program Specialist, API Rise Los Angeles

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Featured Interviews

Romarilyn Ralston

Founding Senior Director, Claremont Justice Education Center, Pitzer College

Washington State Representative, Washington State

Co-Founder & Executive Director, The Prism Way

Senior Program Specialist, API Rise Los Angeles

Founder, AccessMA

Adjunct Instructor, Adams State University

Adjunct Instructor, Adams State University

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