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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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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.

November 21, 2024

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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.

November 19, 2024

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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.

November 5, 2024

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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.

October 30, 2024

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Dyslexia and Adult Literacy: The Equity Issue We Can’t Afford to Ignore

For Dyslexia Awareness Month, we invited Neuhaus Education Center to submit a guest blog on the link between dyslexia and adult literacy.

October 16, 2024

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Four Resources to Help You Promote Digitial Inclusion

Explore resources to help those who lack the digital skills or access to meaningfully use technology in everyday life.

October 10, 2024

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