“In all my affairs it’s a healthy thing now and then to hang a question mark on the things you have long taken for granted.”
Bertrand Russell
“In all my affairs it’s a healthy thing now and then to hang a question mark on the things you have long taken for granted".
Bertrand Russell
The most frequently asked questions
The Parolu Foundation carries out help programmes to combat the unemployment rate among low literate people and people in countries with a bad economic climate and gives them a better future. In the columns below you will find the most frequently asked questions per programme.
Programme "People Unite with Venezuela"
In which areas is Parolu active within this programme?
There are different countries in the world with a bad political and economic climate. Parolu aims at Venezuela primarily at this time because of the following reasons:
- The situation in Venezuela is currently worrying and many people are in despair
- Venezuela is frequently in the news, but in spite of that is the situation not really active in many parts of the world. There isn’t enough help available even though it’s needed more than ever.
- The language programme is developed for Spanish speaking people who want to get a better grasp on the English language. More languages will follow soon.
What is happening in these areas precisely?
What are the consequences of this unstable economic and political situation?
Does Parolu take a political standpoint?
Why is a language course needed?
Who can participate in the program?
What is the success rate of this programme?
How long is a course?
Programme "Battle against low literacy"
What is low literacy?
People of 16 years and older, who struggle with language, math and/or digital skills, are often named “low literate”. This doesn’t mean they can’t fully read, write and/or do math but aren’t at the level required to function well in society.
What is the required level and how do you measure that?
What does it mean to not function well?
Where is low literacy most common?
What is the difference between dyslexia, illiteracy and low literacy?
Why is low literacy a problem?
What are the consequences of low literacy?
Apply now for the next program
On January 27th the selection for “People Unite with Venezuela 2020” starts. You can already apply now.
- Do you live in Venezuela?
- Are you 18 years or older?
- Do you have a limited control over the English language?
- Are you available for at least 6 hours a week?
- Do you have a computer with internet and a webcam?