Changing lives one word at a time

Welcome! Washtenaw Literacy provides free literacy instruction customized to the needs of adults throughout Washtenaw County, utilizing a trained network of volunteer tutors. It is our vision to eliminate illiteracy in Washtenaw County. For over 40 years we have been empowering adults through improved literacy. Since our founding in 1971, we have served over 15,000 learners and trained and fully supported over 6,500 volunteer tutors.

• Make a New Year's Resolution to teach someone to read.  Who knows what you will learn! Learn how you can support literacy through volunteering. Attend an ABCs of Washtenaw Literacy one-hour informational session: Register online
• POWER TUTORING will be on Saturday, February 25, 2012!  These free, practical, engaging workshops are sure to offer you some new ideas and connect you with new resources. Click here for more information, and click here to RSVP.
• Washtenaw Literacy is pleased to present Learning to Achieve, a national program providing research-based approaches to working with adults, especially those with learning disabilities. These workshops will give you renewed energy and new strategies for success. Click here for more information. RSVP required!
• Free tutoring for adults in reading, writing, and English as a Second Language (ESL): Learn more
• Group tutoring for ESL learners (English as a Second Language): Current ESL group schedule