What We Mean by “Servant Leadership” at PEP

PEP participant reviewing a workbook with guidance from a business executive volunteer during a classroom session

Leadership Starts with Service PEP is committed to developing leaders who lead differently. One of our core values is Servant Leadership, a philosophy that flips the traditional power model on its head. In PEP, leadership isn’t about control. It’s about humility, responsibility, and service to others. What It Looks Like in Practice Participants are taught […]

Why We Talk About “Men of Honor” in PEP

PEP participants engaging with a volunteer during a Q&A session inside prison, smiling and holding a microphone

A Culture of Accountability and Respect Inside PEP, “Men of Honor” is more than a phrase. It is a standard, a challenge, and a vision for who our participants are becoming. From the moment a man enters the program, he’s invited to step into a new identity, one rooted in integrity, service, and dignity. What […]

What Is the “Ten Driving Values” Curriculum in PEP?

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The Heartbeat of PEP PEP is more than business training. At its core, it is a program built on values, specifically, the Ten Driving Values that guide participants through personal and professional transformation. These values are the foundation of the PEP experience. What Are the Ten Driving Values? PEP’s values include principles like: Each value […]