By Annemarie A. Smith in the Journal Inquirer Posted Thursday May 7, 2015 11:15 a.m. ENFIELD — Lorena Cisneros is a force to be reckoned with. The 36-year-old mother of two is vivacious, determined, and whip-smart. As she arrives at Thomas G. Alcorn Elementary School with her family in tow to begin setting up for the […]
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Elevating Voices with UConn PEP
Our communities are stronger when all voices are elevated and included. UConn Extension’s People Empowering People (UConn PEP) program elevates voices by empowering individuals through community-based parent leadership training. People Empowering People builds on the unique strengths and life experiences of the participants. The program emphasizes the connection between individuals and community action. We collaborate with community […]
UConn PEP Program at Correctional Institutions
For over twenty years, UConn Extension has partnered with the Department of Corrections to offer the UConn People Empowering People Program at Correctional Institutions (UConn PEPCI). UConn PEPCI is a personal and family leadership program modeled after the community UConn People Empowering People (UConn PEP) program and focuses on keeping people from returning to prison. […]