Leigh Doherty

Leigh Doherty, as executive director of the Literary Network of Southern Berkshires (LitNet), leads the charge to teach English language skills to all adults, particularly to speakers of other languages (ESOL). With the immigrant population growing in the Berkshires, Doherty and her team expertly match tutors with learners, helping to ensure that the Berkshires is a friendly and welcoming place for everyone to learn English and integrate into the community. “Many people have benefited from her efforts,” says LitNet tutor Val Coleman. “Even those of us who volunteer feel more connected to the warm fabric of our community!”