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The Power of Adult Literacy Education to Build Prosperity and Sustainability

The economic and social prosperity and stability of our nation—and our local communities—depend on the ability of adults to read, write, do basic math, and think critically.

September 16, 2025

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5 Keys for Effective Professional Development

Teachers and tutors make a difference in what we do. But many adult education and literacy programs, especially small ones, have both limited staff and financial resources to support professional development. So it’s important that what they choose is effective.

February 16, 2023

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ProLiteracy Instructor Spotlight: Anne Larsen, Literacy Volunteers of the New River Valley

At Literacy Volunteers of the New River Valley (LVNRV) in Virginia, Anne Larsen is known as their “Wonder Woman” because she’s saved the day time and again.

February 7, 2023

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From the Desk of the CEO: The Next Steps for Adult Literacy

Over the past year I’ve seen many positive signs that the adult literacy field is on the cusp of something great. Something that will shift the trajectory for low-literate adults, communities, and the country as a whole. That something is equity through improved literacy.

February 2, 2023

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Proliteracy’s New Issue of Research Journal Includes Forum on Mental Health

Of note in the Winter 2023 issue, the Forum section focuses on mental health and adult learners.

February 1, 2023

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Adult Literacy Student with Her Eye on the Prize Earned GED After 8 Years

When Desire Barb first enrolled at Seeds of Literacy, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was reading just below an eighth-grade level.

January 31, 2023

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Tech Specialist’s Quick Actions Kept Students Connected

Just one week after shutting down in March 2020, East Hartford Adult & Continuing Education in East Hartford, Connecticut, was back up and running with live, remote instruction.

January 25, 2023

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