Literacy Pittsburgh

Help us welcome Donald as a CCR Instructor! Donald has been an overnight DJ, an independent journalist, a union organizer, and a competitive storyteller. He taught writing courses at several colleges and universities in Philadelphia and has recently returned to Pittsburgh after teaching English in Korea for the EPIK program.

Celebrating milestones together! 👶✨ The English Language Learning (ELL) class at Beulah Presbyterian Church recently came together to throw a beautiful baby shower for two of their students.

Since 2024, this wonderful group has been meeting to learn, grow, and build community. Thanks to a few dedicated volunteers who provide childcare during class, parents can focus fully on their lessons. We love seeing our classrooms become places of learning and deep support. 💙

Join us in welcoming Elizabeth as an ISAC Service Navigator, Elizabeth brings nearly two decades of experiences to help immigrants and refugees thrive in their new communities. She is currently a Doctorate of Social Work Candidate and an LCSW with international experience including roles in Kyrgyzstan and China. Elizabeth is passionate about removing barriers for newcomers and providing culturally responsive services to every family she serves.

Literacy Pittsburgh June classes are here! 💻🌟

Looking to build your computer skills? Join Literacy Pittsburgh for FREE in‑person classes at our Pittsburgh and Allegheny East locations.

Register at www.pacareerlink.pa.pov or call us at (412) 248-5627!

We were pleased to welcome students to our May Postsecondary Fair! Thank you to Empire Beauty Schools, Rosedale Technical College, Catholic Charities USA, CCAC, Bidwell Training Center, and Point Park University for talking with our students about postsecondary learning options.

Staff Kudos ✨

Great job planning a successful Resource Fair Manique! 27 students were served and connected to vital resources to help them reach their goals during their journey at LP! Kudos! Nominated by Rebecca

Congrats, Manique!

Protect Adult Education Funding! From now through June 5, we need your help to protect federal adult education funding. The Administration’s proposed FY 2027 budget again calls for eliminating this funding, which would have serious consequences for our learners and programs. This proposal is not final—Congress is now in the appropriations process, and past experience shows that coordinated advocacy works. Last year, strong participation from staff, students, volunteers, and donors helped Congress reject a similar proposal.

Please contact your elected officials today!

Senators: https://app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-page?cid=vYgCDaSMaYbZ7drAq8xnY

Representative: https://app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-page?cid=y0TbHUHkZD36iCZMBaCJU

On May 9, a half-dozen enthusiastic new tutors attended our volunteer training at New Brighton Library in Beaver County. This was our first training in the county and Judy Pasquale, a library trustee, helped make it happen. “The thing that strikes me … there is such a demand, and the need is so great,” Judy noted. Judy and library board member Marsha Price attended a senior day event the following week and promoted our next training: August 8. Get sign up details at our website: www.literacypittsburgh.org/volunteer