I was scared of taking on a degree
For Longford Blog, Simon, from our latest intake of scholars, reflects on his journey from arriving in jail and dismissing the idea of a degree… Read More
Join Our Big Conversation about Second Chances
The Longford Blog is an all-year-round conversation – about, amongst other things, prison, the criminal justice system, and what a difference education can make in turning (prison) sentences into degrees as our Longford scholars are all doing. This Blog page is an opportunity for our scholars (like Gavin, pictured above) who are at the heart of what we do - as well as our mentors and others involved in the scholarship programme - to share first-hand experiences and ideas for change.
If you have something you’d like to say, find out how at office@longfordtrust.org
Why You Can’t Better A Christmas Book
If you’ve got a spare moment this festive season, for Longford Blog former scholar Dempsey tells his story of prison, Christmas, books and their power… Read More
An eye opening trip to visit Uganda prisons
As part of our Employability project, this summer two current Longford Scholars won travelling scholarships to spend five weeks working with the charity Justice Defenders… Read More
I know all about art’s power to change lives
With so much turmoil in the world at the moment – anyone reading this will know prisons and the justice system are by no means… Read More