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Equity Through Literacy 2023

Thanks to our tutors, speakers, and sponsors, Equity Through Literacy 2023 was a tremendous success. The conference provided a platform for tutors to share their experiences, learn from one another, and gain valuable insights and knowledge to help them better serve their learners. Attendees participated in workshops and discussions; gaining tools and inspiration to continue making a positive impact in the lives of our learners. A standout highlight from this year’s conference was our lunch program featuring student speakers sharing their unique learning journeys. Their individual stories grounded attendees in the importance of our collaborative work, and inspired our continued focus on empowerment through literacy. 

Equity through Literacy will return in April 2024. See you there. 

Thank you to our 2023 sponsors!

Portland Community College

OnPoint Credit Union

Northwest Federal Credit Union

Les Schwab Tire Centers

PLC Tutor Conference
Equity through Literacy Archive

The PLC was very pleased to convene our 2021 Volunteer Tutor Conference via Zoom on April 9 and 10.   The Conference was a big success, with 115 registered participants and 14 presentations over
two days. Watch videos of the Conference sessions here on PLC’s YouTube channel.

2021 VLTC Day 1 Selfie - part 1 2021 VLTC Day 1 Selfie - part 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

Participant comments from the 2021 Tutor Conference:

“It is always good to meet with others doing similar work and advocating for adult ESOL, basic skills and GED learners. It is very inspiring.”

“Grrrrrreat!”

“Thank you for putting this together. It was a terrific opportunity for us all.”

“Very helpful: both the presentations and the connections made with others in attendance.”

“Wonderful. It will be very helpful to me as a tutor.”

Thanks to these inspired and inspiring Presenters and Moderators!

  • Linda Bonder, Beaverton Literacy Council
  • Jennifer Rueda, Susan Caisse and Kit Emen-Hesslink, Clackamas Community College
  • Michelle Culley, Clackamas Community College
  • Heidi Dryden, Portland ESL Network
  • Gracie Freeman, Intercambio
  • Patrick McDade, People*Places*Things
  • Virginia Nelson: TORUS, TIELLA, and more
  • Julie Hiefield, Monica GoldnerRita Jacobson, and Cris Skinner: Language & Literacy Fund and the RSW Group
  • Colleen Latimer, GED Educator, Multnomah County Library
  • Barbara Williams, Portland Literacy Council, SOAR, Portland ESL Network, and more
  • Benjamin Wilton, with Shari Sokel, MA TESOL Program, Portland State University

Thanks to Linda Bonder and the Beaverton Literacy Council for their partnership in presenting this Conference.

Thanks to the Portland Literacy Council board members who brought us this Conference!

  • Patrick Geoghegan, Conference Committee Chair
  • Kris Magaurn
  • Peggy Murphy
  • Linda Rountree
  • Barbara Torrey-Quiggle
  • Cheryl Thoen
  • Barbara Williams

Watch this video of our 2019 Conference