US Adults Need Stronger Skills to Thrive in a Changing World
The new PIAAC Survey of Adult Skills data indicates 60 million US adults read at the lowest levels, while 72 million are at the lowest levels for numeracy.
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In Remembrance of Ruth J. Colvin, 1916–2024
Ruth Johnson Colvin, a visionary and adult literacy pioneer, passed away August 18, 2024, at 107.
Four Things We’re Thankful for in Adult Literacy
We are thankful for the many ways our lives and communities are enriched through the work we do.
From the Desk of the CEO: Adult Literacy Gives Me Hope, for Which I am Grateful
President and CEO Mark Vineis reflects on all he is grateful for at ProLiteracy.
New Research Focuses on Psychological Stress in Adult Learners
Research articles published in our new issue of Adult Literacy Education look at psychological stress in adult learners.
Excellence Honored with 2024 Adult Literacy Awards
We announced the 2024 award recipients at a special luncheon during our Conference on Adult Education, held October 6–9 in Baltimore.
Board of Directors Appoints New Chair
ProLiteracy is pleased to announce that our Board of Directors has appointed longtime Board Member Kate Costello-Sullivan to the position of Board Chair.
