Events
We host and highlight events that educate, connect, and inspire action to create meaningful impact.
Featured Event
2025 Benjamin Franklin Birthday Celebration
Did you know Benjamin Franklin was one of the founders of the Prison Society? Join us and other Franklin-founded organizations to celebrate his birthday! The theme for this year’s event is “Exploring New Worlds”, with a focus on astronomy and astrophysics.
Upcoming Events
Explore upcoming Prison Society events and events hosted by partner organizations.
In Person Event
Wherever There Is Light
Wherever There Is Light features photography by a community of artists concerned with using the camera to examine the visual structures of freedom, personhood, visibility and belonging through incarceration. This is a great opportunity to better understand through photography what life is like for incarcerated people.
Online Event
Wherever There Is Light
Wherever There Is Light features photography by a community of artists concerned with using the camera to examine the visual structures of freedom, personhood, visibility and belonging through incarceration. This is a great opportunity to better understand through photography what life is like for incarcerated people.
In Person Event
JustUs Ideas Summit
Prison Society Education & Advocacy Director, Leigh Owens, will lead a panel discussion at this event called "Let My People Vote: How Justice Impacted Voters are the new majority." People in prison often don’t get the info they need about elections and candidates, even though their vote matters. This conversation will highlight how increased education and awareness can drive greater voter participation.
Online Event
JustUs Ideas Summit
Prison Society Education & Advocacy Director, Leigh Owens, will lead a panel discussion at this event called "Let My People Vote: How Justice Impacted Voters are the new majority." People in prison often don’t get the info they need about elections and candidates, even though their vote matters. This conversation will highlight how increased education and awareness can drive greater voter participation.
In Person Event
Love Above Bars
Join us for our annual LOVE ABOVE BARS event on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at World Café Live in Philadelphia. We'll celebrate over 237 years of impactful work that has shaped our state and nation. Your support has made our work possible, and we look forward to celebrating with you in September.
Online Event
Love Above Bars
Join us for our annual LOVE ABOVE BARS event on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at World Café Live in Philadelphia. We'll celebrate over 237 years of impactful work that has shaped our state and nation. Your support has made our work possible, and we look forward to celebrating with you in September.
Past Events
Browse our past events and recordings.
In Person Event
JustUs Ideas Summit
Prison Society Education & Advocacy Director, Leigh Owens, will lead a panel discussion at this event called "Let My People Vote: How Justice Impacted Voters are the new majority." People in prison often don’t get the info they need about elections and candidates, even though their vote matters. This conversation will highlight how increased education and awareness can drive greater voter participation.
Online Event
JustUs Ideas Summit
Prison Society Education & Advocacy Director, Leigh Owens, will lead a panel discussion at this event called "Let My People Vote: How Justice Impacted Voters are the new majority." People in prison often don’t get the info they need about elections and candidates, even though their vote matters. This conversation will highlight how increased education and awareness can drive greater voter participation.
In Person Event
5th Anniversary of the Reuniting Family Bail Fund Open House
Two Prison Society Volunteers, Heather and Ernest, are hosting events to celebrate five years of the Reuniting Family Bail Fund. They are hosing an open house that is free and open to the public. The Eagles vs. Cowboys game will be streamed, a formerly incarcerated artist will have their artwork for display, and there will be plenty of goodies, prizes and giveaways.
Online Event
5th Anniversary of the Reuniting Family Bail Fund Open House
Two Prison Society Volunteers, Heather and Ernest, are hosting events to celebrate five years of the Reuniting Family Bail Fund. They are hosing an open house that is free and open to the public. The Eagles vs. Cowboys game will be streamed, a formerly incarcerated artist will have their artwork for display, and there will be plenty of goodies, prizes and giveaways.
In Person Event
5th Anniversary of the Reuniting Family Bail Fund Film Screening
Two Prison Society Volunteers, Heather and Ernest, are hosting events to celebrate five years of the Reuniting Family Bail Fund. They are hosing a screening of the documentary Time II the sequel to the Oscar nominated documentary Time featuring Fox and Rob. Doors open at 5 for cocktail hour, screening starts at 6PM with previews of several documentaries.
Online Event
5th Anniversary of the Reuniting Family Bail Fund Film Screening
Two Prison Society Volunteers, Heather and Ernest, are hosting events to celebrate five years of the Reuniting Family Bail Fund. They are hosing a screening of the documentary Time II the sequel to the Oscar nominated documentary Time featuring Fox and Rob. Doors open at 5 for cocktail hour, screening starts at 6PM with previews of several documentaries.
In Person Event
Record Clearing & Expungement Clinic
Our partner organization, Community Legal Services, is teaming up with Esperanza to host a reentry clinic! Check it out for reentry services, a resource fair, job opportunities, and a SEPTA card giveaway! You’ll be able to learn about your options to begin removing past convictions that occurred in Pennsylvania on your record.
Online Event
Record Clearing & Expungement Clinic
Our partner organization, Community Legal Services, is teaming up with Esperanza to host a reentry clinic! Check it out for reentry services, a resource fair, job opportunities, and a SEPTA card giveaway! You’ll be able to learn about your options to begin removing past convictions that occurred in Pennsylvania on your record.
In Person Event
Love Your Neighbor Festival
Our partner organization, Broad Street Love, is hosting an all-day celebration of all things Brotherly Love, bringing together the best of Philly to raise awareness leading into Hunger and Homelessness Month. The Prison Society will have a table at the event - be sure to stop by and say hi!
Online Event
Love Your Neighbor Festival
Our partner organization, Broad Street Love, is hosting an all-day celebration of all things Brotherly Love, bringing together the best of Philly to raise awareness leading into Hunger and Homelessness Month. The Prison Society will have a table at the event - be sure to stop by and say hi!
In Person Event
When We All Vote Block Party
Our partner organization, Committee of 70, is hosting a block party! From music and games to conversations on civic engagement, it's a day of fun and community empowerment. Check your voter registration, make a voting plan, and enjoy entertainment while celebrating our civic landscape!
Online Event
When We All Vote Block Party
Our partner organization, Committee of 70, is hosting a block party! From music and games to conversations on civic engagement, it's a day of fun and community empowerment. Check your voter registration, make a voting plan, and enjoy entertainment while celebrating our civic landscape!