Title: Why Education Programs in Prison Give Inmates A Chance
Headings: Why Education Programs in Prison Give Inmates A Chance
Why Education Programs in Prison Give Inmates A Chance
“Knowledge is Power.”
Education Programs in Prison: By The Numbers
A Bigger Debate Over Inmate Education Programs
Volunteered Knowledge
Conclusion

Content: Why Education Programs in Prison Give Inmates A Chance
Why Education Programs in Prison Give Inmates A Chance
August 16, 2016
“Knowledge is Power.” The widely used quote from Sir Francis Bacon takes on new meaning, when applied to former inmates who have been part of education programs in prison. Oftentimes, inmates enter prison without a high school diploma. Previous circumstances have kept them from furthering their education. This may have limited opportunities, and at times played a role in their incarceration. We know that a wide variety of factors play a role in why some former prisoners succeed after their sentence, while others commit new crimes. However, it is proven that a lack of education and the skills gained during the learning process are a key reason. The education programs in prison help to give inmates a second chance. With the recent announcement from The United States Departments’ of Education and Justice about Pell Grants, second chances are more likely than ever. The Second Chance Pell Pilot will open up the opportunity for about 12,000 inmates to apply for Pell grants for the first time in nearly 24 years.