This report documents the early outcomes of the Incarcerated Scholars Conference (ISC) in 2025. Drawing on registration data and participant exit survey responses, it offers an initial assessment of who ISC reached, how participants experienced the conference, and potential impact. As ISC is still in its early years and 2025 marks the first year of formal evaluation, this report focuses on short-term, self-reported outcomes and is intended to serve as a point of reference for ongoing learning as the conference continues to grow.

Findings from ISC 2025 registration data and exit survey responses point to a convening that is reaching a broad national audience, delivering high-quality programming led by incarcerated scholars, and generating strong participant engagement and inspiration. Participant feedback also raised clear areas of improvement for the conference. For many participants, internet access and technology remain constraints, as many participants highlighted ongoing challenges related to technology, audio quality, and videoconferencing platform navigation.