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All events are subject to the Alliance’s approval. The Alliance reserves the right to reject any event for not fulfilling the purpose of this Community Events page, which is to promote events related to the field of higher education in prison. If you have any questions, please contact alliance@higheredinprison.org.
The 21st Biennial AJFO Conference will bring together criminal justice professionals, social service experts, advocates, and individuals with lived experience to support women and girls in the criminal justice system.
Join us for two brief presentations on the role of academic libraries and librarians within the context of higher education in prison.
With sessions focused on student engagement and support, partnership and relationship building, and pedagogical approaches, this event invites educators, administrators, campus staff, and higher education in prison stakeholders to collaborate on shaping the future of prison education, grounded in the belief that transformation is not just something we foster in others, it’s something we must embody ourselves.
The Incarcerated Scholars Conference (ISC) is an annual, virtual academic conference that centers the voices of currently incarcerated scholars, graduates, and artists. ISC 2025 will take place virtually on October 21–22, 2025, around the theme, Pathways to Possibility. It will feature presentations by incarcerated scholars, including real-time Q&As with virtual attendees; a curated expressive arts showcase; and a unique platform for dialogue.
Now in its eleventh year, TCEC remains one of the few conferences in Texas dedicated to advancing higher education in correctional settings. This event brings together the full spectrum of stakeholders—from formerly incarcerated individuals and college-in-prison programs to representatives from TDCJ, state agencies, legislators, and community partners—all deeply invested in supporting educational access and success for incarcerated learners.
