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Our mission is to increased adult literacy by supporting existing adult literacy programs and by advocating for increased resources and support for adult literacy initiatives in the greater New Orleans region.

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Census 2000 Diploma Graph

Quick & Dirty Facts About Literacy

• About 25% of adults in our region do not have a high school diploma; about half of those are functioning at the lowest literacy level.
• Last year only 10,000 students were served in 19 New Orleans area programs.  The average new learner tested in at 5th grade for reading and math skills.
• Federal funding for adult education is $220/student; compare to Head Start $6000/student; K-12 $6500+ per student; Higher Education $16,000/per student.

A Literal Fact

Federal funding for adult education is $220/student; compare to Head Start $6000/student; K-12 $6500+ per student; Higher Education $16,000/per student.

Did You Know?

About 25% of adults in our region do not have a high school diploma; about half of those are functioning at the lowest literacy level.

Literacy Alliance of Greater New Orleans

Phone: 504-864-7077
Fax: 504-864-7088
[email protected]