Adult Basic Education in Western Manitoba – growing the benefits

The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives Manitoba office and the Errol Black Chair in Labour Issues presents:
Adult basic education is a highly effective program that can transform people’s lives. Research shows that it reduces poverty, promotes reconciliation and supports economic development.

Dr. Jim Silver will present the latest local research on the impacts of adult basic education. Dr. Silver is professor emeritus at the University of Winnipeg and Research Associate with CCPA-MB. This will be followed by a panel discussion with Brandon adult basic education leaders including Catherine Carlisle, Director at Turtle Mountain Adult Education Centre and Akapelwa Mweemba, Academic Coordinator and Instructor, Centre for Adult Learning in Brandon.

John E. Robbins Library
11:30 – 1:00 pm
RSVP: https://forms.gle/hJBkASs961GCkhfZ7 or call 1-204-927-3200