Graduates Eboni-Rose Thompson, Ikechkwu Tobechi and Rafanece Matthews sit waiting for the celebration to begin. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer) Workforce development is about more than learning a new skill—it’s about creating opportunities, building confidence, and opening doors to a brighter future. 🎓 Along with our partners from Diageo NA, Professional Bartending School, and EventsDC, we recently celebrated the latest graduates of our Learning Skills for Life b

The Washington Literacy Center mourns the sudden and tragic passing of Talib Shakir, Director of the Mayor’s Office on Returning Citizen Affairs. Talib was an authentic and committed public servant who worked tirelessly to connect returning citizens with education, employment, and sustainable opportunities. When I reached out to several DC agency directors about participating in WLC’s literacy and workforce programs, Talib was the first to respond, initially by email and then

On September 30, the Washington Literacy Center celebrated 51 graduates from Cohorts 12, 13, and 14 of Learning Skills for Life, a professional bartending and workforce-readiness program sponsored by Diageo and delivered in partnership with The Professional Bartending School, Inc. The ceremony was graciously sponsored by Events DC and held at the R.I.S.E. Demonstration Center. Approximately 18 graduates attended the ceremony, while many others were unable to participate beca