Desneiges has been working with the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy since 2007. With a background in education and community development, Desneiges brings a wide range of skills and expertise to the committee. As the Executive Director for CBAL, and a lifelong West Kootenay resident, Desneiges is proud to be part of a project that aims to elevate the needs of newcomers and promote the best parts of what it means to live in this vibrant region.