My Journey Back to Prison: From Prisoner to Mentor

Returning to prison, but this time as a staff member and not a prisoner, was daunting. I instantly tensed up as memories flooded back. But then I remembered why I was there: to work with Breakthrough Social Enterprise and use my lived experience to educate and empower the people in prison.

A Transformative Experience

I volunteered to deliver 3-6 hour sessions on project management, business acumen, and financial literacy. The experience was transformative for me in many ways:

• The Feeling of Imparting Knowledge: Sharing what I had learned was incredibly rewarding.
• Giving Back: Helping others who are in the position I once was felt deeply meaningful.
• Rediscovering My Passion: I fell back in love with the topics I was teaching, which made me reconsider my career path.

These experiences led me to shift my career away from project management and back to the public sector, where I could make a real difference.

Join Us in Making a Difference

Right now, at Breakthrough Social Enterprise, we need guest speakers and volunteers for our upcoming programme. If you’re a professional in any of the following fields, we would love to have you on board:

1. Blockchain
2. Metaverse Technology
3. AI
4. Data Analysis
5. Cyber Security
6. Software Development
7. No-Code Technologies
8. Content Creation, Personal Branding, and Digital Marketing

Why Volunteer with Us?

By volunteering with Breakthrough, you get to:

• Educate At-Risk Young People and Prison Leavers: Use your expertise to help others start their journey in tech.
• Make a Real Impact: Your contributions can change lives and help build a more inclusive tech industry.
• Grow Personally and Professionally: Rediscover your passion and gain new perspectives.

Get Involved

If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer or guest speaker, send me a DM or email me at Pratik@wearebreakthrough.org. Join us in making a difference and empowering the next generation of tech professionals.