Read about what some volunteers have written about the ESLC on their blogs!

Kelly has been tutoring for one of our classes for refugees at Tuscany Cove apartments in West Valley for over a year. You can tell that he loves this experience as he writes about it on his blog. Read his two posts here.

Also, meet Ann Arnold-Ratliff, an ambitious woman who is passionate about service. Ann is traveling the country, offering a full day of service in each of the 48 continental United States. For Utah, she chose the ESLC and had some wonderful things to say about her experience! Read about her day at the ESLC here (under the post for January 29th).

If you have an experience with the ESLC that you would like to share, blog about it! And let us know, we would love to hear about it, too!

Looking for some original and meaningful gifts for your family and friends this year? How about some gifts made by local refugees? Global Artisans is a project of Salt Lake County's Refugees Pathways to Self-Sufficiency with a mission to empower refugees to become self-sufficient through part-time entrepreneurial activities. Every product is handmade by our new friends who find refuge in Utah. You will find unique hats, jewelry, bags, clothing and more!

Shop for gifts this Saturday at these two locations:

Holiday Boutique
Saturday, November 21
Pioneer Craft House
3300 South 500 East
Salt Lake City
10:00am to 5:00pm

Third Annual Winter Market
Featuring Artisan Treasures from Utah and Around the World, Local Performing Artists, and the "Trees of Diversity" Exhibit
Saturday, November 21
Utah Cultural Celebration Center
1355 West 3100 S.
West Valley City
10:00am to 8:00pm

 

Many of you know Jean Bingham as a member of the ESLC staff. She is, but did you know that she is an unpaid volunteer? She started out volunteering with the ESLC seven years ago, tutoring two Afghani women. When we were in need, she stepped in to help, and helped out so much, that she is now considered as part of the staff! She teaches our Tutor Trainings, does tutor-student matches, teaches classes, does record-keeping in the office, and much more - all as a volunteer! This year Jean was honored by the Utah State Refugee Office as an Outstanding Volunteer, and she received a plaque and a handmade bag made by Karen refugees from Myanmar. We agree that Jean is an Outstanding Volunteer, and are so grateful for her service!

 

Congratulations to this month's Tutor Training graduates! We're excited to match you with your students!

 

Three of our brave students spoke at the Salt Lake City Library's Literacy Fair this month! Well done, Yusuf, Mary, and Marina!

 

The ESLC was featured on the front page of the Salt Lake Tribune today! Read the article here.