The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) and the University of the Philippines (UP) signed a memorandum of agreement that grants Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) access to education and the workforce.

Under this deal, BuCor, UP Open University, and UP Alumni Association will allow PDLs and BuCor staff to get online courses and workforce development programs. They are also permitted to access UP Open University, massive open online courses, which will help them to learn and find a job using the Technical and Vocational Program.

Making education accessible and transformative, offering hope, dignity, and second chances to the PDLs is the vision of the three partnered institutions.