The mission of Literacy Texas is to connect and equip adult literacy programs through resources, training, networking, and advocacy.
Vision
Our vision is that every literacy organization in Texas will have the resources it needs to help adults learn basic literacy skills and participate fully in society.
Our Work
We believe every person in Texas has a right to literacy. We understand that literacy is more than just reading and writing: it is competency and understanding; it is achieving goals to reach our full potential as members of our society.
And raising adult literacy levels is a gain for the state, as well – even a modest increase in literacy scores helps raise labor productivity, prepares Texas residents for the jobs of tomorrow, and promises a brighter future for the next generation.
Staff and volunteers at adult literacy organizations work tirelessly across all corners of this great state. We support them through strong key services including:
- Our annual conference, featuring best practices for adult educators;
- A series of regional symposia held throughout the state;
- Leadership training for new directors and emerging leaders;
- Online core training and hosted discussions with local Texas experts;
- Quality resources;
- Opportunities for networking and learning from literacy peers.
We have a special focus on providing professional development for tutors, staff, instructors, and volunteers at nonprofit organizations providing adult literacy services.
Literacy Texas encourages and incubates literacy groups around the state to increase their capacity through collaboration. At the state level, we advocate on behalf of the adult education community to ensure their voices are heard in all areas of business and government.
We provide leadership to community-based organizations providing literacy services, literacy coalitions, and adult education programs throughout the state to build capacity and improve literacy levels in Texas.
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Checked/updated 8/28/2025