Summer in New England means construction season, and Northampton’s Damon Road project has caused major traffic detours. Reflecting on this, ILI’s own renovation project has brought dust, noise, and uncertainty, but also unexpected growth.
Advancing Financial Literacy: ILI Celebrates Progress and Plans for Future Growth
Over the past two years, ILI and Valley Community Development have empowered non-native English speakers with financial and business education through the Small Business Fundamentals for ESOL program. Supported by the Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation, this innovative curriculum has successfully graduated 42 participants, equipping them with essential skills for business ownership in the U.S.
ILI is the secret sauce – A Word from Markus Jones
Markus Jones, ILI Volunteer and President of ILI’s Board, recently took some time to talk about what ILI means to […]
A dream comes true for Aimee Salmon!
At the end of the year we reached out to Aimee Salmon, a former ILI student and Board Member. Aimee […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Emily Soltanoff
Volunteer Spotlight A short time ago, ILI former volunteer coordinator Laura Robinson* sat down with volunteer tutor Emily Soltanoff to […]
Mayor Honors Past ILI Board President
Last November, Northampton Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra signed a proclamation on behalf of the City in celebration of outgoing ILI Board President […]
ILI featured in EL Gazette magazine!
The international EL (English Language) Gazette recently interviewed ILI Executive Director Caroline Gear to learn about ILI’s response to the […]
Interview with Edwin Cubillos, Colombian photographer and peace activist
We caught up with Edwin, a student in the Intensive English Program, to discuss both his work and his experience […]
Massachusetts State Senator Jo Comerford visits ILI
Intensive English students learn about governing in the U.S. October 11 was a great day for international students in ILI’s […]
ILI board member Reynolds Whalen earns “40 under Forty” recognition!
Congratulations to Reynolds Whalen, dedicated volunteer and clerk of the ILI board of directors and one of 40 young professionals […]