From Prison Cells to PhD, Inc is a Baltimore-based organization dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with criminal convictions through advocacy, mentoring, and policy change. Their Prison-to-Professionals (P2P) program empowers and inspires people with criminal backgrounds to excel beyond societal expectations, investing in their potential and providing career readiness and leadership development opportunities.
With a focus on promoting higher education for currently and formerly incarcerated men and women, From Prison Cells to PhD, Inc actively engages in policy advocacy, working towards solutions that increase educational access for individuals with criminal convictions. Through their UNLOCK Higher Ed Coalition, they prioritize policy priorities such as Pell Restoration, Federal Ban the Box on College Applications, and removing the drug conviction question on the FAFSA. With a nationwide network spanning 22 states, From Prison Cells to PhD, Inc is committed to creating positive change and breaking down barriers for those seeking a second chance.
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