It’s understandable to think “literacy” simply means the ability to read. But knowing the alphabet doesn’t make you literate, and not understanding medical textbooks doesn’t make you illiterate. Literacy has different levels. At the higher levels, literacy involving understanding written information and applying it to our lives in meaningful ways. I always assumed that most…
We are all linked to each other, with similar hopes and dreams for ourselves and our families—no matter where we live in the world. That was one of the many things I learned working on the website and social media for nine years at Rotary International, an organization with 1.2 million members worldwide, many of…
Confession: I don’t make enough noise about Literacy DuPage. I pour all kinds of time and energy into this non-profit organization because I love what we do. We change lives, for crying out loud! But most days, I am not crying out loud. I quietly go about my work as volunteer/board member, making my own…
At Literacy DuPage, our mission is to end illiteracy for adults. We are proud of our progress toward that goal. And yet, we know we cannot fully achieve this mission alone. That’s why we are so excited about our new partnership with the College of DuPage (COD). Together, Literacy DuPage and COD will have greater reach,…
Since 1972, Literacy DuPage has been helping adults improve their English skills so they can find jobs, support and advocate for their families, and become active members of the community. We connect English language learners with volunteer tutors who give them practical skills to navigate their world. In short: We train tutors. Tutors change lives.…