A quality adult literacy and basic education program ensures a strong community focus by being engaged in the community and actively engaging the community in the program.
Although the program is in Yellowknife, it attempts to meet the needs of people in communities beyond Yellowknife as well. It does this by consulting with different community groups and organizations. For example, the board of the Native Women’s Association of the NWT is made up of regional representatives who bring the needs and concerns of the constituents in their communities to the planning process.
The program works closely with community individuals and organizations. Organizations that provide expertise to the program include health and social service professionals, career development officers, RWED, and representatives of the various trades. Board members from different communities will sometimes visit and encourage the learners. Topics range from inspirational stories to information on what is happening in their community.
Through its work experience program, the program works closely with a variety of community organizations to accommodate all its learners.
As well as receiving from the community, the program attempts to give back to the community. The Centre participates in joint initiatives, such as NWT Literacy Week and Adult Learners’ Week.