Education

IPLAC Youth and Adult Literacy and Education Chair (Cuba), Laureate of the 2006 UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize

IPLAC was recognized for its work to advance individual and social potential through the teaching method Yo si puedo with successful outcome in more than 15 countries, notably Ecuador and Venezuela. 

Its programme has been adapted to, and in some cases replicated in different parts of the world, and in a variety of social, cultural and ethnic contexts. The award also recognizes work carried out in designing a complex Evaluation Model of variables, indicators and instruments to monitor and assess the impact of these literacy programmes on the newly literates and their human environment as well as measuring their individual development.

Audiovisual and new information and communication technologies have been used to extend the reach and the efficiency of teaching material, including post-literacy material, developed for the programme. The post-literacy materials are designed to inculcate and develop reading comprehension and writing proficiency, enlarge the vocabulary of the new literates, facilitate reflection and debate and develop oral expression.

The programme also broaches subjects related to the family, the environment, hygiene and health linked to the socio-cultural, economic and political context of the country in which it is implemented. website

For promoting literacy and also increasing women’s self-confidence, independence and participation in decision-making processes. For raising women’s political awareness and status within the family as well as improving their ability to support their children’s education and development.

For carrying out a comprehensive assessment of current literacy methodology and developing strategies to design a programme mainly targeting underprivileged girls and women. For developing a wide range of educational material for its work which also benefits a number of male participants, particularly Turkish army conscripts. Website