FOR AREA BUSINESSES AND THEIR EMPLOYEES

According the International Adult Literacy Survey, more than 40 percent of American workers have inadequate literacy skills. This is grim news for companies who face increasing global competition and changing technology. What is an employer to do?

Workplace education programs help employees improve their English skills. They also help employees understand what is expected in the workplace and that the work they do is important to the overall well being of the company. As employees are empowered with increased skills, confidence and self-esteem, very real economic benefits are gained.

LVFV has implemented workplace literacy programs at
Pheasant Run Resort, R.R. Donnelley, Houghton Mifflin Co., School District #303 and other companies to help employees improve their English communication skills.

To discuss how your business can invest in a literate workforce, contact us at 630-584-4428 or E-mail director@lvfv.org .