Bard Prison Initiative

The Bard Prison Initiative (BPI) is a program that provides college-level education to incarcerated individuals, aiming to reduce recidivism and promote personal growth. Operating within prison systems, BPI offers rigorous academic courses equivalent to those at Bard College, empowering inmates with knowledge and skills. Participants can earn college credit and degrees, fostering opportunities for reintegration into society. The initiative emphasizes the transformative power of education, both for individuals and for communities, by challenging stereotypes and advocating for prison reform through access to higher education.