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Literacy Creates Economic Opportunity
In recognizing national Adult Education and Family Literacy Week (September 18-22), we need to be honest that for many Philadelphians, literacy is not a given. The gap between low literacy skills and the chance of finding family-sustaining work in today’s labor market is alarming. By 2030…
BeLit Bulletin Learner Spotlight – July 2023
We were honored to have two BeLit students speak as representatives of their class: Jen Marenbach at our BeLit Graduation Celebration event, and Amira Sloan at Philadelphia's Citywide Graduation ceremony honoring high school equivalency earners. We invite you to read...
BeLit Bulletin Learner Spotlight – June 2023
Shaka Anu, Class of 2023 GED Graduate and BeLit Book Club Member (in her own words) My name is Shaka Anu, and I’m from Philadelphia, Pa. I came to Beyond Literacy to attain my GED, not really knowing what to expect but having a firm goal. Now having achieved my goal,...
BeLit Bulletin Learner Spotlight – May 2023
Dominique Slaughter, age 30, Energy Pre-Apprentice & BeLit Advocate A single mom with a big smile, Dominique exudes calm confidence. She believes in the power of getting outside her comfort zone, trying new things, and networking with everyone she meets. Her...
BeLit Bulletin Learner Spotlight – April 2023
April is national Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we're celebrating the passion and dedication that our amazing volunteers bring to hundreds of our adult learners each and every week. Volunteers are vital to BeLit. As you can see from our video tribute and spotlight...
BeLit Bulletin Learner Spotlight – March 2023
Jennifer Marenbach, BeLit GED and Pre-Apprentice Graduate Jennifer Marenbach has always had an interest in learning and acquiring new skills. Growing up in Philadelphia, Jen attended multiple schools searching for a supportive environment in which to learn, but too...
BeLit Bulletin Learner Spotlight – February 2023
Darrell Williams, 35, BeLit Learner and Pre-Apprentice Growing up, Darrell Williams experienced incidences of instability and abuse both in his home and in his community. His family frequently relocated within Philadelphia, forcing Darrell to adjust to new schools...
BeLit Bulletin Learner Spotlight – January 2023
Aarie Lee, 44, BeLit Graduate & Harcum College Learner Aarie Lee, 44, has a lot on her plate. By day, she works a full-time job as a Philadelphia Police Dispatcher. By night, she helps care for her daughter and 8-month-old granddaughter. Having already earned her...
Patch Montco- Nov. 30: School Supply Drive Benefitting Adult Literacy This Weekend In Montco
School supporters and elected officials will visit Whitemarsh to help acquire supplies for low-income adults getting an education. WHITEMARSH, PA — A local state official will join education supporters in this Montgomery County...
GSK Press Release – Nov. 16: GSK Celebrates 2022 IMPACT Award Winners
GSK is honoring 20 nonprofits for their outstanding contributions to improving health inthe Triangle (North Carolina) and Greater Philadelphia regions. The 20 IMPACT Award winners (10 perregion) are receiving $50,000 each to support their organizations’ missions to...
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