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OUR MISSION

WHAT DRIVES US


HOPE is a group of University of Washington Students who are dedicated to encouraging post-secondary education programs inside prisons. Our aim is to raise public awareness surrounding the need for more educational opportunities and to help make education more accessible to inmates.
OUR HISTORY

HOW WE GOT STARTED


During a group of UW students' visits to study with students in the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC), the desire to better the state of educations in prison grew. We realize the importance and thirst for education in prisons.

In one short period, a group of 20 MCC and UW students already made a change. We can do more.
OUR WORK

IMPACTING OUR COMMUNITY


Come join HOPE - whatever your talents or interests, there's need for you here. We have weekly meetings from 5:15-6:15 pm on Wednesdays. All are welcome.
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On-Going Work:
From now until the end of June 2017, HOPE will be raising funds to provide scholarships for inmates at the Twin Rivers Unit at the Monroe Correctional Complex to take these invaluable correspondence education courses.


Our $5000 goal is to allow for 10 individuals to take one class each. They will be taking these classes through established and reliable institutions (for example, the new correspondence courses offered through Seattle Central College or the long-established courses offered by Ohio University) which are on average, $500 per class. The exposure to even a single course can make a world of difference. Please help us to reach our goal to create more opportunities for incarcerated students who are seeking to make real changes in their lives. We thank you for your support and contributions, which will cover tuition, books, and supplies.
Donate to Our Upcoming Scholarship

Upcoming Spring Events:


Mark your calendar!

  • Prison Art Exhibit, May 15th and 16th in the Quad 
  • Discussion Panel with Previously Incarcerated Individuals, May 26th 6:30 to 8:00pm at Parrington Hall
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  • Home
  • Our Work
  • About
  • Re-Entry Resources
    • Education
    • Child Care
    • Employment
    • Financial
    • Housing
    • Crisis
  • Contact
  • Relevant Policy and Legislation
  • Related Organizations
  • Upcoming Events