Today's episode is dedicated to International Literacy Day, which is observed annually on September 8th around the world. This day serves as a reminder for policymakers, practitioners, and the public about the crucial significance of literacy in building a more just, peaceful, and sustainable society. In this episode, Wendy Seys, president of LQ’s board and Executive Director of Yamaska Literacy Council, leads an enlightening conversation with Canadian literacy expert Brigid Hayes. They discuss her work in the literacy field, the importance of literacy in various aspects of our lives, myths about individuals with low literacy, and much more.
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What's Literacy? is a podcast for English-speaking listeners and learners interested in everything and anything to do with literacy in Quebec and beyond. Our hosts, Niamh Devaney and Jeff Taylor from Literacy Quebec explore community building, lifelong learning, and multiple types of literacy through their interviews with a range of special guests.
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