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Topic: Has Anyone Been Involved With Literacy Volunteers of America?
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starr33
Moderator Posts: 474
From: My Mother
Registered: Oct 2006
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posted June 10, 2007 12:40 AM
 
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yourfriendinspirit
Moderator Posts: 2528
From: California, USA
Registered: Oct 2006
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posted June 10, 2007 12:55 AM
This is a beautiful program, I have been blessed enough to have vollunteered for in both the states of California and Nevada. In both instances I met many adults that were embarrassed and ashamed for years regarding their lack of literacy compared to others and I watched them develop, florish and fill with delight as their fears, disabilities and embarrassment vanished.
In every instance, absolutely every instance -I witnessed amazing growth and love being shared. I have continued friendships throughout the years with several previous clients. [ A bond is built in an amazing way when someone is so vulnerable and another helps them realize the strengths within...]
I would say YES, YES, YES!
If you [or] anyone you know is seeking to grow, develop, and build their self esteem this is a powerful opportunity for all parties involved.
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starr33
Moderator Posts: 474
From: My Mother
Registered: Oct 2006
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posted June 10, 2007 01:33 AM
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Mirandee
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From: South of the Thumb - Taurus, Pisces, Cancer
Registered: Sep 2004
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posted June 10, 2007 02:22 AM
When I joined Americorps VISTA ( Volunteers In Service To America ) in 1995 it was a literacy program in my area who sponsored me. Among my other duties with the literacy program I tutored reading and writing and also taught ESL. I found that ESL was tougher to teach. People would be amazed to discover how many people are functionally illiterate. Even in affluent areas. The reason for that is what you stated YFIS, people are embarrassed about it and they learn ways to fake it in order to get through life. It's very true that a real bond is developed between the tutor and the student. Which makes it all the more rewarding and enjoyable  IP: Logged |
marsconjunctmercury
Knowflake Posts: 912
From: Isle of Wight U.K
Registered: Dec 2005
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posted June 12, 2007 04:52 AM
This sounds simply lovely.
Is there such a thing in the U.K? - answers via email if there is please. ------------------
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Mars, that's so spot on!
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I agree with MCM.
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MCM, you are a good guy...
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HEHE Marsconjunctmercury is soo right about virgo moons
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