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Persevere offers comprehensive technology training and wraparound support for justice-involved individuals. Find the program that fits where you are in your journey.
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Founded in 2014, Persevere began facility operations in January 2019 inside three West Tennessee correctional facilities. Today we have served participants across 8 states — currently operating in 7 states through correctional facilities, community programs, youth detention centers, and recovery homes.
Persevere in Facilities
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Our flagship in-facility program delivers full-stack development training, life skills, mental health support, and career readiness to incarcerated individuals. Participants graduate with industry-recognized certifications and real-world coding experience.
Eligibility
Currently incarcerated individuals in partner correctional facilities across our 7 states of operation.
Persevere in Our Communities
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Community-based programs that bring Persevere's wraparound model outside correctional facilities. Includes tech training, mental health support, family reunification services, and employment pathways.
Eligibility
Justice-involved individuals living in the community who are seeking support and career development.
EPIC Youth TN
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A two-generation program serving at-risk youth in Tennessee. EPIC Youth TN breaks cycles of intergenerational incarceration by providing coding education, mentorship, and life skills to young people and their families.
Eligibility
At-risk youth in Tennessee communities. Contact us to learn about eligibility and enrollment.
“When I started this program I had no tech background at all. Now I'm completing Phase 3 of the AI & Digital Skills program, I've earned several certifications, built a strong resume, and created a fully live website from scratch as my capstone project.”