Adult Literacy for Life (ALL) is a 10-year strategy which aims to ensure that every adult has the literacy, numeracy and digital literacy needed to fully engage in society.
In Ireland, one in six adults has unmet literacy needs. This can affect family life and parents’ confidence and ability to engage with schools, read a bedtime story, help with homework, or even fill out a school form. The ALL strategy prioritises family and intergenerational learning. Family learning programmes and activities often provide a safe and supportive way for adults to engage with their own learning and to support their children’s education.
Education and Training Boards (ETBs) deliver family learning programs across the country. They also offer courses to improve adult literacy, numeracy, and digital skills.
Many ETBs work with schools and other organisations to create tailored learning opportunities for parents and families. For more information, contact your local ETB Adult Literacy Service, your Regional Literacy Coordinator, or the Adult Literacy for Life National Programme Office. Visit http://www.adultliteracyforlife.ie or email allinnovation@solas.ie.
The National Adult Literacy Agency (NALA) also offers help and advice for parents who have difficulty reading, writing, spelling or doing mathematics. NALA has a phone and online learning service http://www.learnwithnala.ie where adults can learn by themselves or with the support of a tutor on the phone.
For further information call 1 800 20 20 65 or email info@nala.ie
All ETB and NALA services are free.
