Literacy is Life Special Edition
             September, 2016

September is Literacy Month Across BC!

I'm thrilled to announce that we've launched our third annual Literacy is Life campaign!

This year's theme is "Give Someone a Fresh Start" - helping others overcome challenges or a difficult time. Along with the provincial literacy network, Decoda is raising awareness of the ability for learners of all ages to achieve their literacy goals.



The Courage to Ask for Help: One Woman's Journey

"My success is due to my tutor. I needed English to study. I needed English to work. I needed English to make friends. Language is everywhere."

Jinhee got a fresh start after moving from Korea and seeking language help from a tutor. 

Read her full story here.

Ambassador Group Empowers People through Technology

Imagine living on a very limited income, with little tech knowledge, and being unable to access important resources like e-government.  How would you connect?

Your support helps community partners create innovative solutions for learners in need. 

Read the full story here.

See the Purple Lights for Literacy!
Landmarks showed support for campaign

See our Facebook album of all of the Vancouver and Victoria landmarks that were lit in purple on September 8th. 

Team Trivia Challenges
Eight events being held across BC

Give someone a fresh start! Celebrate the power of literacy and learning to change lives in British Columbia!

Get your trivia team together, raise funds, win great prizes and support a good cause! 

Find out more about the Trivia Challenges here.

Purple Socks for Literacy!
All proceeds go to local literacy programs

Buy locally and support literacy in your community! Wear these stylish, comfy purple socks (just like the Vancouver Giants on the right) and support literacy programs in BC!

Buy your pair of socks here.