"Each of us is more than the worst thing we've ever done."
— Bryan Stevenson
Praxis trains returning citizens to understand government, tell their stories strategically, engage lawmakers, use digital advocacy tools, and participate in public policy without being tokenized. We emphasize older adults, people returning after long incarceration, and people excluded from modern tools.
Digital Literacy for Returning Citizens
A foundational program that equips returning citizens with essential digital skills — from basic computer operation and internet navigation to email, online forms, video conferencing, and digital advocacy platforms. We meet participants where they are and build confidence through hands-on practice.
What Participants Learn
- Navigate the internet safely and effectively
- Use email, forms, and video conferencing
- Access government resources and services online
- Build confidence with modern technology
Digital Literacy for Returning Citizens — Age 50+
A specialized cohort designed for older adults who may be encountering modern technology for the first time after long-term incarceration. This program moves at a deliberate pace with extra support, patience, and peer mentorship to ensure no one is left behind.
What Participants Learn
- Patient, paced instruction for older learners
- Peer mentorship and mutual support
- Extra time on foundational skills
- Connection to age-appropriate resources
Core Civics and Advocacy Training
Our flagship civic education program trains returning citizens to understand government, tell their stories strategically, engage lawmakers, use digital advocacy tools, and participate in public policy without being tokenized.
What Participants Learn
- How Arizona government works
- How a bill becomes law
- How to contact and testify before lawmakers
- Strategic personal storytelling
- How to avoid tokenization
- How to lead with credibility
Intro to AI for Returning Citizens
An accessible introduction to artificial intelligence tools and concepts. Participants learn what AI is, how it is being used in the workforce, and how to begin using AI tools responsibly for job searching, communication, and personal projects.
What Participants Learn
- Understanding what AI is and how it works
- Hands-on experience with accessible AI tools
- Using AI for job searching and resume building
- Responsible and ethical AI use
Practical AI for Returning Citizens
Advanced training for participants ready to go deeper. This program covers practical applications of AI in the workplace, creative industries, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement. Participants build real projects and develop marketable skills.
What Participants Learn
- Advanced AI tool proficiency
- Workplace and entrepreneurial applications
- Building real projects with AI assistance
- Understanding AI in the job market
- Portfolio development