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~ On August 15, 2024, the City of Boston and Mayor Michelle Wu proudly hosted the 2024 First Literacy Scholarship Ceremony at Boston City Hall. This special event celebrated the achievements of 26 adult learners who were awarded First Literacy Scholarships for the upcoming school year.
The First Literacy Scholarship program, which was established in 1990, has been providing financial assistance to adult learners in Massachusetts who are continuing their education through vocational training or higher education. Over the years, the program has awarded more than 600 scholarships to individuals from diverse backgrounds who have faced significant challenges in their lives. Despite these obstacles, these recipients all share a common goal: to improve their lives through education.
The recipients of these scholarships are nominated by their Adult Basic Education (ABE) programs and must demonstrate acceptance into a college or training program as well as financial need. The scholarships are awarded in recognition of the students' educational achievements, community service, and perseverance in the face of hardship. Each year, these scholars are honored at a special ceremony that celebrates their efforts and accomplishments.
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At this year's ceremony, Trinh Nguyen, Chief of Worker Empowerment for the Office of Mayor Michelle Wu, welcomed the scholars and shared her own personal journey as a refugee immigrant who came to the United States with her family in the 1980s. She spoke about how her parents worked tirelessly at low-wage jobs to provide her with educational opportunities and emphasized the transformative power of education.
The Office of Workforce Development (OWD), a department within the Worker Empowerment Cabinet, plays a crucial role in supporting adult education programs in Boston. OWD works closely with organizations such as Adult and Community Learning Services (ACLS) to provide resources and support for adult learners. Last year alone, OWD provided Adult Basic Education services to over 3,500 individuals through joint investments with the state.
Both OWD and First Literacy share a deep commitment to the power of education. Together, these programs and investments promote lifelong learning and create pathways for adults to improve their skills, leading to brighter futures. By connecting individuals with education, job training, employment opportunities, and essential skills needed in today's economy, these efforts are developing a competitive workforce.
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As we celebrate the achievements of these scholars, we are reminded of the profound impact that education can have on an individual's life. The City of Boston invites everyone to support adult education programs and First Literacy's mission to uplift and empower adult learners across the city. To learn more about First Literacy's Scholar program or to find an adult education program in Boston, visit their respective websites at firstliteracy.org/scholars/ and boston.gov/adult-literacy/.
The First Literacy Scholarship program, which was established in 1990, has been providing financial assistance to adult learners in Massachusetts who are continuing their education through vocational training or higher education. Over the years, the program has awarded more than 600 scholarships to individuals from diverse backgrounds who have faced significant challenges in their lives. Despite these obstacles, these recipients all share a common goal: to improve their lives through education.
The recipients of these scholarships are nominated by their Adult Basic Education (ABE) programs and must demonstrate acceptance into a college or training program as well as financial need. The scholarships are awarded in recognition of the students' educational achievements, community service, and perseverance in the face of hardship. Each year, these scholars are honored at a special ceremony that celebrates their efforts and accomplishments.
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At this year's ceremony, Trinh Nguyen, Chief of Worker Empowerment for the Office of Mayor Michelle Wu, welcomed the scholars and shared her own personal journey as a refugee immigrant who came to the United States with her family in the 1980s. She spoke about how her parents worked tirelessly at low-wage jobs to provide her with educational opportunities and emphasized the transformative power of education.
The Office of Workforce Development (OWD), a department within the Worker Empowerment Cabinet, plays a crucial role in supporting adult education programs in Boston. OWD works closely with organizations such as Adult and Community Learning Services (ACLS) to provide resources and support for adult learners. Last year alone, OWD provided Adult Basic Education services to over 3,500 individuals through joint investments with the state.
Both OWD and First Literacy share a deep commitment to the power of education. Together, these programs and investments promote lifelong learning and create pathways for adults to improve their skills, leading to brighter futures. By connecting individuals with education, job training, employment opportunities, and essential skills needed in today's economy, these efforts are developing a competitive workforce.
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As we celebrate the achievements of these scholars, we are reminded of the profound impact that education can have on an individual's life. The City of Boston invites everyone to support adult education programs and First Literacy's mission to uplift and empower adult learners across the city. To learn more about First Literacy's Scholar program or to find an adult education program in Boston, visit their respective websites at firstliteracy.org/scholars/ and boston.gov/adult-literacy/.
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