NL Laubach Literacy Council, based in Corner Brook, gets nearly $248,000 to support adult literacy

    Wednesday, 31 January 2024 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    The Employability Skills for Entry-level Health Care Workers project aims to bridge the gap between underrepresented groups experiencing employment barriers and employers in the health-care sector.

    Nearly $1 million dollars has been awarded to projects that support adult literacy, including the  Newfoundland and Labrador Laubach Literacy Council. The Council received nearly $248,000 for the Employability Skills for Entry-level Health Care Workers project. This project aims to bridge the gap between underrepresented groups experiencing employment barriers and employers in the health-care sector. Western Newfoundland is the base for this project. 

     

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