[AAACE-NLA] Activism,Advocacy, and Accountability

[Nancy Hansen]

Anthony -
 
That is a big issue.  Whether it's hosted by a CBO or by learners themselves many of us face the same problem getting the attention of the community and the education representatives alike.
 
Have you heard of Archie Willard from Eagle Grove, Iowa?  He's a lurker (sometimes commenter) on this listserv.  He probably would relate the most to what you have as a concern -- probably been there, done that.  He is one of the learners who got VALUE off the ground.  Perhaps he will respond and give you some ideas about how they overcame those barriers.
 
Good luck with the project.
 
Nancy

ANTHONY GABRIEL <meteach1 at msn.com> wrote:
For too long, the cause and hopes of adult learners have been tied to the 
efforts of those well meaning, but not really connected to the struggles of 
the average adult literacy student. Here in New Orleans, The ALIVE 
GROUP(Adults Initiaing Voices for Education) is attempting to enligten as 
well as activate learners, providers and the community around the issue of 
literacy and empowerment for adult learners. Unfortunatlely, the support 
for grassroots engagement of adult learners is not yet a priority or 
reality . Recently, the ALIVE GROUP organized a essay contest and 
celebration for a citywide event that was to focus on adult learners and 
their accomplishments; Several notices and announcements were sent to the 
media outlets as well as the Literacy community. The response from the media 
was not unexpended, (No coverage) but what was more shocking was the lack 
of support from the so called supporters of adult literacy students, the 
Literacy Community ( Organizations , teachers, funders, and providers,etc.)

How do we hold those in charge of helping and supporting adult learners 
accountable?

or How do you make Activism, Advocacy and Accountability the real 
evidence-based research by which a literacy organization or program is 
truely measured? I welcome everyone's input.


Anthony Gabriel
Adult Literacy Instructor
Advocate and Consultant for ALIVE GROUP

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