They are leaders, they are literacy advocates, they are our greatest partners and they hold the key. Yes, they do it all!
A new cohort of Literacy Inc.’s Very Involved Parents (VIPs) were honored at the Bronx Zoo yesterday. These VIPs are the latest graduates of LINC’s extensive literacy training program, 82 in total, who received completion certificates along with accolades from LINC staff and four elected officials.
During each volunteer training, parents learn to promote early literacy in their community, host reading programs with LINC, get more involved in their child's academic success, and build their own home libraries. LINC’s VIP Program prepares them to become literacy leaders in their own communities.
“LINC programs are inspirational and I so am proud to a partner. It is important that parents be there every step of the way. It requires many efforts and hours, and is a responsibility to your family and your community. There is nothing we cannot do if we do it together!” Assemblymember Yudelka Tapia addressed the graduating class.
Without them, we could not accomplish our mission. Parents are key allies and our most valuable partners in making literacy a right and a reality for all families regardless of their zip code. By focusing on developing their skills, competencies, and leadership, they become advocates for their own children and claim their place as changemakers in their communities. As parents, as leaders, and as literacy advocates, they support their families and each other, through the generations.
Together we are stronger! Thank you Assemblymember Yudelka Tapia, Councilmember Oswald Feliz, Deputy Bronx Borough President Janet Peguero, Assemblymember Manny de los Santos/Christopher Espinoza, the Director of Community and Member Engagement, Victor Pupo and his team at Affinity by Molina Healthcare.
Congratulations to LINC’s Class of 2022 VIPs!
Fordham
Carmensina Fajardo Taveras
Cassandra Mays
Edith Martinez
Ericka Bravo
Itani Garcia
Triciah Claxton
Inwood
Carlos Sabino
Gumesinda Hidalgo
Ladi Oran
Lourdes Salazar
Maria Rutilio
Xoronilda Rodriguez
Yadira Pena
Sandra Patricio
Gissel Feliz
Vielka Nunez
Mayra Cueto
Ralibeth Vera Riera
Emerenciana Salas
Kingsbridge
Dalila Corona
Maria Moreta
Serena Yeung
Thalia Amador
Lower Washington Heights
Alejandra Rutilio
Ana Noguera
Beatriz Ceron
Beatriz Fermin Galindo
Cecilia Oran
Edith Corona
Itzel Angel
Maria Elena Basurto
Miriam Islas
Vianey Rosendo
Dahiana Rodriguez
Yesika Bringas
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