Incarcerated individuals face a profound lack of access to accurate information and resources, a reality I witnessed firsthand during my ten years behind bars. I have seen men argue for hours over basic facts-debates that could have been resolved in seconds with access to reliable data. Almanacs, knowledge compendiums, and books about financial literacy were rare treasures, eagerly sought after by those hungry to learn. Unfortunately, the average person in prison is undereducated and misinformed, often clinging to limited visions of success. The most common plans I heard were to open a food truck or become a truck driver-not because these aren’t admirable goals, but because they were often the only ideas available in the darkness of isolation. Al has the power to illuminate this darkness, sparking productive conversations about the past, present, and future. It can help individuals develop realistic, personalized plans for their lives, empowering them with tools and knowledge to thrive both during and after incarceration.