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Mission

Through small-group English classes, Americans and immigrants develop relationships of mutual respect that result in immigrants' integration in the U.S. society and a warm welcome into communities of support.

To fulfill this mission, ELPW

1. Provides opportunities for immigrant adults to acquire and improve literacy skills and practice English for extended periods of time with fluent English speakers. 
2. Offers a congenial environment where native-born Americans and immigrants can forge friendships and work together with their new friends to build bridges across cultures for a stronger, more unified community.
3. Uses researched “best practices” in literacy training and ESL and develops, tests, and promotes new models of volunteer-based outreach to other organizations in changing communities.

Immigrants immediately benefit because specific English language needs are met and they are equipped to improve their lives and achieve their goals.

Because of the equal involvement of American citizens, the community will change to be more inclusive and welcoming.