About Philadelphia Center for Literacy
Beyond Literacy: Empowering Adults through Education
Beyond Literacy is the largest adult literacy agency in Philadelphia, formed by the merger of Center for Literacy and Community Learning Center. The organization has been providing education and training to adults for over 50 years, helping them acquire essential skills to improve their lives and communities.
The mission of Beyond Literacy is to empower adults through education, enabling them to achieve their full potential as individuals and contributing members of society. The organization offers a wide range of programs and services that cater to the diverse needs of adult learners, including basic literacy, English language learning, high school equivalency preparation, digital literacy, workforce development, and family literacy.
One of the key strengths of Beyond Literacy is its team of highly qualified instructors who are passionate about teaching and committed to student success. They use innovative teaching methods that are tailored to individual learning styles and needs. The instructors work closely with students to identify their goals and develop personalized learning plans that help them achieve those goals.
Beyond Literacy also partners with various community organizations, businesses, government agencies, schools, libraries, and other stakeholders in Philadelphia to provide comprehensive support services that enhance student learning outcomes. These partnerships enable Beyond Literacy students to access a wide range of resources such as job training programs; health care services; legal assistance; financial counseling; housing assistance; transportation support; child care services; food banks; clothing closets; etc.
The impact of Beyond Literacy on the lives of its students is profound. Many learners have overcome significant challenges such as poverty, illiteracy or limited English proficiency thanks to the support they received from Beyond Literacy staff members. They have gone on to pursue higher education degrees or vocational certifications leading them towards better-paying jobs with benefits which ultimately leads towards self-sufficiency.
In addition to its core educational programs for adults in Philadelphia area communities , Beyond Literacy also engages in advocacy efforts at local state levels aimed at raising awareness about adult literacy issues affecting our society today . Through these efforts , it seeks not only funding but also policy changes that will help more people gain access quality educational opportunities regardless where they live .
If you're an adult learner looking for an opportunity improve your life through education or if you're interested in supporting this important cause by volunteering or donating funds please visit our website www.beyondliteracypa.org today!