FLC’s annual Literacy Ambassador Program<\/strong> is a beneficial professional development opportunity for both adult learners and literacy programs.\u00a0 Scheduled for Oct. 15-16, 2010<\/strong>, this is an opportunity for adult learners to become more comfortable speaking in public<\/strong>, to the media and about the success s\/he has achieved since enrolling in a literacy program.<\/p>\n

During the 2-day event, adult learners will be coached by Monica Baxley<\/strong> and Nelson Pino<\/strong>.\u00a0 Both instructors are experienced Literacy Ambassadors, have successfully completed adult literacy programs, and are well versed in what it means to be a Literacy Ambassador.<\/p>\n

In the past, Monica has been featured on ABC News<\/a> and currently holds a position on the Florida Literacy Coalition Board of Directors<\/a>.\u00a0 Nelson is currently an ESL tutor, and the volunteer and marketing coordinator for DePorres P.L.A.C.E., Inc.<\/a> – an adult literacy center in Riviera Beach, Fla. <\/p>\n

The adult learner sessions will include instruction and tips<\/strong> on:<\/p>\n

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• Introduction to Effective Public Speaking<\/li>\n
• Developing and Making Presentations<\/li>\n
• Adult Learner Involvement and Leadership<\/li>\n
• Conducting Interviews with the Media<\/li>\n
• Adult Learner Advocacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  A special session will also be held for literacy program representatives<\/strong> on Friday, Oct. 15<\/strong>.\u00a0 Greg Smith, executive director of FLC<\/a>, will\u00a0highlight effective\u00a0public relations and marketing strategies<\/strong> programs can use for publicity.\u00a0 Promotional initiatives that\u00a0Greg will discuss are important to incorporate in order to let people know your program exists, what it does and how people can become involved in your mission.<\/p>\n

  Don’t hesitate to register<\/a> as seats are limited.\u00a0 The training is free of charge to both adult learners and program representatives.\u00a0 The training will take place Oct. 15-16, at the Holiday Inn Harbourside<\/a>\u00a0in Indian Rocks Beach, Fla.\u00a0 (Pinellas County; Clearwater area).\u00a0 Attendees will be eligible to be reimbursed for mileage, meals and lodging according to state guidelines.\u00a0 Pre-approval is required for travel expenses exceeding $300.\u00a0 Lodging will be reimbursed if traveling over 50 miles to the event. Registration and travel funds are limited, so apply today.\u00a0 Contact Yari Payne via email, payney@floridaliteracy.org<\/a>, with any questions.<\/p>\n

  Are you a Literacy Ambassador?\u00a0 Have you attended a previous Literacy Ambassador<\/a> training?\u00a0 Let us know your thoughts about the training\u00a0by commenting below.<\/p>\n

  This training is sponsored by Florida’s Adult and Family Literacy Resource Center.\u00a0\u00a0This event is made possible through the support of the Florida Department of Education, Division of Career and Adult Education<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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