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About Literacy Texas
Literacy Texas is the statewide literacy coalition, connecting and equipping literacy programs through resources, training, networking and advocacy. Our vision is that every literacy organization in Texas will have the resources it needs to help as many people as possible learn basic literacy skills in order to participate fully in society.
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Resources, Training, Networking & More!
Our Annual Conference is in August, but we offer regional and virtual symposiums and events throughout the year.
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How You Can Make a Difference in Texas
Literacy Issues Impacting the Texas Economy
Texas has 6.5 million residents who speak a language other than English at home. Texas has a growing and diverse population.
In Texas there are 3.8 million adults without a high school diploma.
A rise of 1 percent in literacy scores leads to a 2.5 percent rise in Texas labor productivity.
Literacy programs throughout Texas are only serving 3.6 percent of the 3.8 million in need.
Dropouts cost Texas $9.6 billion annually (United Way of Texas). Improving this number will greatly enhance the economic welfare of Texas.
Texas is 47th among states ranked by percent of literate citizens in 2017.
What Literacy Texas is Doing About It
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Making an impact on literacy in Texas isn't something we can do by ourselves.
See the organizations behind the scenes who make all that we do possible.
Good Things Are Happening at Literacy Texas
800+
Members
400+
Organizations
60+
Supporters
Membership in Literacy Texas Has Many Benefits
Professional Development
Grow your skills, attend programs and webinars, learn from keynote speakers, improve professionally.
Literacy Training & Resources
Get access to literacy training, the LT resource library, news updates and even more training materials.
Networking Opportunities
Engage and network with other program participants, organizations, LT supporters and volunteers.
Symposiums & Conferences
Go to symposiums throughout Texas, learn about new issues & advocacy and attend LT’s 3-day conference.
View our calendar for symposiums, conferences, webinars and other events.
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