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The Last Mile (TLM) unlocks the human and economic potential of justice-impacted people through education and technology training. Learn More
The Last Mile technical education and training stops the cycle of incarceration. It also reduces recidivism, lowers the level of taxpayer money spent on incarceration, and produces exceptional employees.
The Last Mile’s Audio and Video Production Program is a year-long program that comprises two 6-month courses: Digital Audio Production (DAP) and Video Editing and Post-Production (VEP).
The Last Mile is the first U.S. prison education program of its kind. Currently, our two flagship programs, web development training and audio/video production training, are offered in 16 facilities in eight states.
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Tulio’s career with The Last Mile initially started eight years ago as a founding graduate of The Last Mile Entrepreneurship Program. After serving seven years in state prison, Tulio has successfully transitioned into a technology career in San Francisco, CA.
Jul 30, 2024 · Last week, former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf spoke to the participants of The Last Mile program at Montana State Prison, where he had previously been incarcerated, to share his journey. This visit marked his first time returning to the facility since his release in 2014.
Jan 28, 2022 · The Last Mile’s 2021 Annual Report. January 28, 2022. To Our TLM Supporters, We are proud to present our annual report for 2021, the most challenging year since our founding in 2010. In. spite of the barriers we faced as an organization, our accomplishments far and away outshine the obstacles.
Jan 31, 2023 · I am proud to present our 2022 Annual Report, which showcases the thoughtful groundwork TLM laid over these last twelve months. In 2021 we rolled out innovative solutions to address the challenges of the pandemic; in 2022, we reinforced TLM infrastructure to support wide-scale, sustainable growth.
