Loudoun Literacy Council

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Leslie Mazeska

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Sep 26, 2016

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Elena Russo speaks with Leslie Mazeska, Executive Director of the Loudoun Literacy Council, about how the LLC helps immigrants improve their English skills. Also discussed are opportunities to volunteer. Follow on Facebook and Twitter. For more videos and information about your community, go to ComcastNewsmakers.com. Recorded on 9/20/16.

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