Explore the complex relationship between poverty and incarceration through Divine Lipscomb's personal experiences in this 13-minute TEDxPSU talk. Gain insights into the importance of understanding the context of crime when determining consequences and implementing restoration practices. Learn from Lipscomb, the first African American Council Member in State College Borough and a formerly incarcerated scholar at Penn State, as he shares his perspective on effective reentry practices and access to higher education for individuals impacted by the carceral system. Discover how this independently organized TEDx event contributes to the broader conversation about breaking the poverty-to-prison pipeline and implementing more equitable justice practices.