Mission

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.

Literacy Texas members 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 free, one-day symposia held throughout the state in partnership with local literacy organizations;
• Leadership training for new directors and emerging leaders;
• 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.