The Literacy Council, Birmingham, Alabama

OUR MISSION...
to strengthen and support organizations that provide literacy services in Central Alabama.

Other Council efforts include training literacy tutors and conducting public awareness campaigns designed to keep the crisis of illiteracy in the public eye. And, the Council has embarked on “The Literacy Initiative – A Regional Plan for Regional Action,” designed to survey and coordinate learning initiatives throughout its five-county area. Click here to learn more.

What is The Literacy Council?

The Literacy Council, a non-profit organization which serves a five-county area, is dedicated to reducing illiteracy. The Council’s efforts include providing resources and referrals by maintaining a toll-free literacy helpline which serves as a primary point of contact for individuals seeking literacy assistance. Other Council efforts include training literacy tutors and conducting public awareness campaigns designed to keep the crisis of illiteracy in the public eye.

Impact of Illiteracy

The cost of welfare - $625 million non-medical welfare in Alabama in 2005

50% of adult Alabamians who receive welfare do not have a high school diploma or GED.

Over 65% of welfare recipients who earn a high school diploma or GED leave welfare and become self-sufficient within two years.

Learn more about the Literacy Initiative

Here’s what is happening in your area:

St. Clair County Walker County Shelby County

Blount County

Jefferson County

BOOK SALE!

8:30- 5:00, Monday - Friday at the downtown office

Hardbacks $3.00, Softbacks $2.00, Used books and
advance copies $1.00
Buy 5 and get the 6th free.

All proceeds benefit The Literacy Council

The Literacy Council
2301 First Avenue North, Suite 102
Birmingham, AL 35203
Phone: 205-326-1925 and 1-888-448-7323
Fax: 205-326-0538
Email: info@literacy-council.org