Community voluntary groups run our English Corner:

• Jewish women group
• Young volunteers from High schools
• Voluntary school teachers

Chinese new immigrants can often be socially isolated and lacking formal support by the City Council, they are facing difficulty with employment as well as being materially disadvantaged. They are not eligible for any social benefits or to enter for the National ESOL course. We would like to encourage our young volunteers to spend their time for a good cause and support the lives of people who are struggling to cope with their day-to-day life, or help young immigrants to settle in with their schoolwork. This project provides opportunities for young people to improve their Community Spirit, reduce isolation, increase voluntary and community group activity. Caring for others in return helps the youths gain a good knowledge of Languages, self-confidence, communication skills and abilities, which are certain to open their future job market.

This project promotes understanding and tolerance by bringing people from all walks of life together to share one aim - caring for each other and sharing success with our communities and volunteers. Volunteers work and learn from this project and their contribution to this project is our success. Language Corners are available every Tuesday and Thursday weekly, for more information, please contact our office.