Hello everyone:

 

I've just joined the staff of the Victoria READ Society as lead researcher
for a workplace literacy project: Workplace Literacy - bridging employer and
employee needs in BC's Capital Region. This one-year project, funded by
Service Canada, aims to 1) increase awareness and understanding of workplace
literacy issues, among employers and employees, 2) identify workplace
literacy needs (employer and employee) in up to five key employment sectors,
and 3) identify, review and analyze workplace literacy best-practices with a
focus on appropriate options and approaches for our region, which is
characterized by predominantly small and medium size businesses. 


My background includes design and management of community-based programs and
research in the areas of family literacy (Even Start) and community
education.  As an independent consultant I  engaged in action-research for
parent input, delivered workshops on positive parenting, character education
and grant writing, and conducted program evaluations. (see
www.virtuesconsulting.com).  I have extensive experience working with
diverse cultures and stakeholders. My Master's degree is in Counseling
Psychology, and I have practiced as a family therapist with particular
emphasis on positive parenting, infant mental health and families at risk. 

I look forward to "meeting" you all in this forum and drawing on your
expertise as this project progresses.  

 

Warm regards,

 

Nancy Watters, M.A.

Lead Researcher--Workplace Literacy Project

 

Victoria READ Society

201-3440 Douglas Street

Victoria, BC, Canada V8Z 3L5

Ph:   250-388-7225

Fax: 250-386-8330

 

Victoria READ Society
Celebrating 30 years helping learners learn

 

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