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Literacy Coalition of Central Texas

Nonprofit transforming the lives of adults by providing accessible education services and opportunities for economic advancement. Literacy changes lives!

The Literacy Coalition of Central Texas breaks the cycle of intergenerational poverty through holistic literacy services. Low literacy impacts every facet of social life. When adults learn how to read, write, do basic math, improve their English skills, and learn how to use computers, they gain the power to lift themselves out of poverty, find sustainable employment, and help their children succee

d in school. At the Literacy Coalition, we believe everyone should have the tools they need to reach their full potential and have the opportunity to thrive. Our services and partnerships create a bridge to opportunity through Adult Education, Career Development Education, and Family Education. Our vision is to create a Central Texas community that is 100% literate, employable, and self-sufficient. Literacy is opportunity!

09/03/2026

"What does it mean to be literate in 2026? 🤔

We're still digging, and this week we found the answer.
Literacy is achieved with Career Literacy. 💼

Think about the last time you felt stuck at work. Passed over for a promotion. Stayed in a role long past the point it was serving you. That is not just an employment problem. That is a career literacy problem.

A job is the ability to earn an income. A career is a journey of growth. Both matter, but they are not the same thing. Confusing them is one of the most common ways adults get stuck. Career literacy is the final piece of the puzzle.

Career literacy is the final piece of the puzzle, bringing all six skills together: reading, writing, numeracy, digital, financial, and health literacy. Together, they don't just open doors. They keep them open.

Together, they don't just open doors. They keep them open.

Read more. Link in Chat.

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08/28/2026

Thank you, Shield Ayres!

Their commitment to our mission means that more adults in Central Texas have access to the education, skills, and opportunities they need to thrive.

Thank you for supporting our students! 💙

08/26/2026

What does it mean to be literate in 2026? 🤔

We're still digging.

As Literacy Coalition continues its quest for answers, we build on reading, writing, numeracy, digital, and financial literacy with Health Literacy.

Literacy deepens with health literacy… 🏥

You're sitting in a doctor's office. Your appointment ends in fifteen minutes. You nod, take the papers, walk out, and in the parking lot, you realize you're not entirely sure what you're supposed to do next.

Sound familiar? Nearly 9 out of 10 adults in the U.S. struggle with health literacy. Not one in ten. Nine out of ten.

Read more. Link in Chat.

08/24/2026

🎓 Graduation is almost here!

Join us on September 10th as we celebrate our incredible students at the 2026 Graduation: From Opportunity to Achievement! 🎉

This is one of the most moving events of the year. Students who have worked so hard to get to this moment, and we celebrate it at one of Austin's most iconic venues:

📍 Texas State Capitol | 1100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX

Tickets are completely FREE and include access to the Graduation Ceremony and the Student Reception!

Don't wait. Grab your tickets now and come celebrate the students who inspire us every single day! 💙

Ticket link in the comments.

08/20/2026

Some people leave a lasting impression in a short amount of time. Kylie is one of those people. ❤️

Kylie came in ready to work and never stopped. Social media, graphic design, writing, editing, and event support. she did it all beautifully. She brought creativity, dedication, and the best attitude to everything she touched.

We’re not too sad because we get to celebrate her NEXT chapter! She is heading off to an exciting new role, and we are so proud of you! 🎉

Kylie, thank you for everything you gave to Literacy Coalition and to our mission. We are your biggest fans, and we cannot wait to watch you take on the world! 💙✨

08/18/2026

"What does it mean to be literate in 2026? 🤔

The question gets bigger the more we dive into literacy. This week, we build on reading, writing, numeracy, and digital literacy with Financial Literacy.

Literacy escalates with financial literacy… 💰

You made a financial decision today. Probably dozens of them. From buying groceries to paying a bill, or tapping your card for a much-needed morning coffee. For adults with strong financial literacy, those decisions build stability. For adults without it, the same decisions can quietly drain resources and deepen debt.

And it is not about irresponsibility. It is about access to knowledge.

Read more. Link in Chat.

08/12/2026

What does it mean to be literate in 2026? 🤔.

This is the question we continued exploring from last week. As Literacy Coalition continues its quest to find answers, we build on reading, writing, and numeracy with Digital Literacy.

Literacy expands with digital literacy… 💻📱

By the time you left the house today, you had already navigated multiple digital platforms, evaluated information, and made decisions based on what you found.

Digital literacy is the ability to find information, evaluate its quality, and interpret and act on it effectively. It is not just knowing how to use your phone or computer.

Read more. Link in Chat.

08/05/2026

"What does it mean to be literate in 2026? 🤔

This is the question we continued exploring from last week. As Literacy Coalition continues the quest to find answers, we build on reading and writing with Numeracy.

Literacy builds with numeracy… 🔢

You felt the beat before you ever counted it. 🎵 Every rhythm, every melody, every song that makes you tap your foot — that's mathematics. And just like music, numbers are woven into every corner of daily life, whether we notice them or not.

Nearly 2 in 3 American adults operate below the numeracy level that most workplaces and daily life require. Numeracy is not about math class. It never was.

Read more. Link in Comments

07/28/2026

What does it mean to be literate in 2026? 🤔.

This is the question we continued exploring from last week. As Literacy Coalition continues the quest to find answers, we build on reading with writing.

Literacy continues with writing…

The gap between what someone can say out loud and what they can put on paper is one of the most painful and least visible consequences of limited writing skills. And yet thousands of adults in Texas are navigating daily life without the writing skills they need.

Read more. Link in Comments.

07/21/2026

What does it mean to be literate in 2026? 🤔.

Literacy Coalition went on a quest to find the answer. Through conversations with students and research analysis, we discovered the answer. In 2026, literacy in adults is a collection of skills, each one unlocking the next.

And it all starts with reading…

In Texas, 60% of adults read below what most employers and community institutions require, making reading skills a dream in progress

Read more: https://literacyctx.org/literacy-pulse-articles/literate-in-2026/reading-literacy/

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Austin, TX
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Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

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http://www.literacyctx.org/

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