What Is the Reentry Process in Texas?
What Does “Reentry” Mean in Texas? Reentry refers to the process of preparing incarcerated individuals to successfully return to society…
How PEP Measures Success Beyond Profit
Business Is Just One Outcome At the Prison Entrepreneurship Program, starting a business is one of many outcomes, but it…
What Jobs Hire Felons in Texas?
Can Felons Get Hired in Texas? Yes. Many companies in Texas do hire individuals with felony records, especially those who…
How Families Are Supported During PEP Programs
Reentry Begins With Family At the Prison Entrepreneurship Program, reentry is not a one-person journey. The growth that takes place…
How to Write Letters to Inmates: Connection Matters
Why Letters Matter A letter can do more than pass the time. For someone in prison, it can be a…
Myth-Busting: What Most People Get Wrong About Prisoners
Breaking the Narrative The conversation about incarceration in America is often shaped by fear, stereotypes, and outdated assumptions. These narratives…
The Truth About Recidivism—and How PEP Breaks the Cycle
What Is Recidivism? Recidivism refers to the tendency of a person with a criminal conviction to reoffend and return to…
PEP by the Numbers: 2024 Impact Recap
Transforming Lives Through Measurable Outcomes In 2024, the Prison Entrepreneurship Program delivered strong results in reducing recidivism and creating opportunities…
Behind the Scenes: What Day One Looks Like in a PEP Class
A Structured Start The first day of a PEP class is focused, intentional, and unlike any other experience inside a…
FAQ: Can You Start a Business from Prison?
Can You Start a Business While Incarcerated? Yes, but with limitations. In most prison systems, incarcerated individuals are not allowed…
