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Meet the Board: Herta Taylor
Summer Burton • Nov 02, 2021
Welcome to the fifth post in our series of interviews between Literacy Link South Central (LLSC) staff and members of our Board of Directors. Please join us in learning more about the important work that this wonderful group of professionals does to help guide LLSC.
Herta Taylor, Board Director
What is your name? Herta Taylor
What is your job title and company? Literacy Instructor, Haldimand Norfolk London Learning Centres
How long have you been with the Board? Unbelievably, I have been with the board since 2014
What inspired you to get involved? I had the privilege of working at Literacy Link South Central (LLSC) many years ago, helping to develop curriculum for Adult Literacy programs in partnership with the Maker Bus. I was asked to join the Board of Directors after my time at LLSC, while I was working at the Multi-Service Centre.
Why is literacy important to you, or how do you see it being connected to the "big picture" of the work you do?
Literacy enables learning. Learning, in turn, allows us to grow and adapt to the changes around us. In all its forms, literacy is essential to function fully in our increasingly technological world. Much more than simply reading words on a page, understanding and critically evaluating what we read, hear, and see around us is important if we want to effectively participate in our families, our work, and our communities.
Can you share one thing you've done, learned, or been involved in as a result of being on the Board? I have learned about being a board member, and the rights and responsibilities we have as such. I learned that board members can influence the direction that LLSC takes when we feel strongly about opportunities and decisions. It is not about just attending a few meetings a year, but also paying attention to the direction that an organization may take and being sure to help it stay true to its vision, mission and values. I have also learned about advocating for government funds.
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