PWP is dedicated to restoring families by equipping the parent to: fulfill their role as an effective parent in their children’s lives reconcile with their children and other family members guide and nurture their children through positive communication and healthy discipline understand the power of forgiveness

80 % of the incarcerated parents rated themselves higher in their parenting skills upon class completion

Inmate parents completing the classes that desire additional individualized parenting support are then linked to a “Brother’s or Sister’s Keeper”.  Their role is to assist participants as they parent their children from inside the prison and after release maintain and strengthen their personal commitment to be a positive influence in the lives of their children.  It’s a personalized volunteer support system that assures the parent will be connected with a positive influence, someone who will be a source of emotional support, spiritual guidance, hope and encouragement.

Hundreds of incarcerated moms and dads attend PWP’s parental education groups annually at the Minnesota Correctional Facilities at Shakopee and Faribault, the Willow River Challenge Incarceration   Program, as well as the Hennepin County Jail.  Through its relationships with incarcerated moms and dads, PWP establishes solid connections with entire families, offering continued support and guidance.   Once a parent is released we offer referrals for employment, housing, furniture, food and clothing to create the opportunity for parents to live productive lives once they are released back into their homes and our communities

"I have learned...how to be a better parent and offer a good safe home for my chidlren"

Goals: Increase positive parental involvement in their children's educations, behavior and well-being at home, in school and in the communtiy. Reduce parental stress which leads to child abuse and neglect. Reduce the risk of intergenerational criminal behavior among youth. Reduce the rate of recidivism among incarcerated parents.