Advancing Adult Literacy in NY since 1974
In NYS, there are over
3.4 Million
Individuals who lack their HS Diploma, English
language proficiency, or both
In NYS, there are over
Individuals who lack their HS Diploma, English
language proficiency, or both
Literacy New York is pleased to announce that the Janice Cuddahee Fund is underwriting ten tutor training workshops for YMCA Educational Services (YES!) in New Orleans! YES! "teaches basic reading, math, writing, and beginning digital literacy skills to individuals aged 16 and up in the downtown New Orleans area who are disproportionately affected by poverty, poor health, and increased risk of incarceration," according to Andrea Gazaway, Coordinator of Instruction. This program fills an important need in its community, and the addition of evidence-based, quality tutor training will build the capacity of YES! to do even more.
Read MoreCatholic Charities Community Services in Yonkers, NY is Hiring! Catholic Charities Community Services in Yonkers, NY is hiring an ESOL Instructor and Program Support (Part Time) Summary: Catholic Charities Community Services' International Center provides educational programming for immigrants and refugees with the goal of improving learners' English proficiency and communication skills. The incumbent will develop, design and deliver thoughtful and effective ESOL classes for day laborers and their families at our agency office in Yonkers.
Read MoreLiteracy New York is excited to launch the newest training module in our Intake to Outcomes (I2O) online training platform: The Citizenship Coach! This workshop is designed to train tutors, small group leaders and teachers supporting students who are working toward US Citizenship. And participants can take the training from the comfort and safety of their own homes!
Read More40%of low-skilled Americans
have earnings in the bottom
On average, a
High School Graduate Lives 6 to 9yrs
In the last 30yrs
workers without a High School
Degree experienced an
New Economic Study Finds the U.S. Could Be Losing $2.2 Trillion Annually Due to Low Adult Literacy Rates.
The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy just released this report that shows the impact of adult literacy on the U.S. economy. This report underscores the importance of basic skills education and the work of adult literacy providers, like those supported by Adult Literacy Education funding in New York State.
Read MoreOur colleagues at ProLiteracy compiled this report, COVID-19 RAPID RESPONSE REPORT FROM THE FIELD
The report is based upon real-time information gathered from adult literacy organizations as they shifted to distance services due to the pandemic this spring. It also includes "Key Takeaways" that can help programs navigating this new world. Check it out!
Read More22% percent of New York State residents suffer needlessly from low literacy, severely limiting their quality of life and often leading to unemployment, poverty, health issues, and even incarceration.
