International Literacy Day :: Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy
Literally Speaking: July/August 2017
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More than
780 million people worldwide (nearly two-thirds of whom are women) do not know
how to read and write. International Literacy Day, traditionally
observed each year on September 8, focuses attention on worldwide literacy needs.
Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy hosts an International Literacy Day
(ILD) event at the Newport Beach Public Library, highlighting the tremendous
strides our adult learners have made in reaching their goals. It is a day of
celebration as tutors, learners and special guests share dishes from their home
countries and come together to honor literacy program participants.
The
adult leaner who exemplifies the mission of the program, is honored as the
Rochelle Hoffman Memorial Award winner. This award, established in memory of
Rochelle Hoffman, a dedicated tutor who passed away in 2004, is presented each
year by Rochelle Hoffman’s daughters, Renee and Risa.
Another
special part of the day is the presentation of the book In Our Own Words, which
is a collection of stories, essays and poems written by the learners of the
program.
It
is our way of recognizing the efforts of volunteers and the progress of our
adult learners. By improving literacy skills, we strengthen our community, and
what better way is there to applaud these dedicated people than by supporting
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