The Indian Ladies Association (ILA) has announced that its annual course designed to improve basic communication skills in spoken English will start in September.

The SpeakEasy course is specifically designed for low-income adults of all nationalities residing in Bahrain and intends to facilitate individuals who cannot afford expensive training institutions.

One of ILA’s many community outreach projects, the course is coordinated by SpeakEasy subcommittee members Dr. Ruby Thomas and Nisha Maroli.

Starting on September 6, the course will last for two months, with classes held twice a week. At the end of the course, students will be presented with a certificate at a grand finale attended by dignitaries, where they will also have the opportunity to display their newly-acquired skills.

The main objective of this project is to help participants acquire basic communication skills in English, enabling them to become more effective at work and in their social interactions.

Skilled teachers volunteer their time for the course, while the coordinators organise classes. The curriculum covers basic spoken English, communication and social skills and etiquette.

A nominal fee of BD10 is charged for enrolment, intended more as a commitment from participants than as a fee.

Individuals who have graduated from high school are eligible to join the course. ILA will also coordinate for sponsor support for students who are unable to pay the nominal fee.

Application forms for the course are available at Malabar Biryani House, Salmaniya; Vrindavan Restaurant, Manama; Mysore Bhavan; Sangeetha Restaurant and Citymart SuperMarket, Hoora. Selected applicants will be called for interviews at the ILA premises.

The deadline for the submission of applications is August 28. 

GO: Visit www.ilabahrain.com for more information.