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US Adults Need Stronger Skills to Thrive in a Changing World

The new PIAAC Survey of Adult Skills data indicates 60 million US adults read at the lowest levels, while 72 million are at the lowest levels for numeracy.

December 11, 2024

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Instructor Spotlight: Jen Frost

In Southern California, Jen Frost loves the diversity of her community and wanted to help it thrive. So, this past year, she joined Oceanside READS as an ESL instructor.

December 13, 2023

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Volunteer Recruitment and Retention: Keeping Volunteers Engaged

How do you keep a tutor engaged during times when they might not be paired with a student?

December 11, 2023

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‘Now I Have Hope.’ Literacy is Essential to Human Rights

On International Human Rights Day, we remain dedicated to giving people everywhere dignity and equality through literacy and education.

December 10, 2023

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From the Desk of the CEO: Celebrating our Impact

I want to take the opportunity to reflect on the gratitude I feel to be part of the ProLiteracy community and its mission and share the 2023 Annual Impact Report.

November 16, 2023

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Instructor Spotlight: Melody Ruddell

As an ESL instructor, Melody Ruddell takes time to listen to her students, understand their cultures, and connect with them.

November 14, 2023

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Facts & Research

3 Strategies to Prevent Brain Waste Among Professional Immigrants

Brain waste references the underutilization of the skills and education of an internationally trained professional in a new country.

October 19, 2023

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