Publication
'Adult Literacy for Life' - a 10-year adult literacy strategy
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From: Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science
- Published on: 8 September 2021
- Last updated on: 13 December 2022
- What is the 'Adult Literacy for Life' strategy?
- Pillar 1: Understand
- Pillar 2: Access
- Pillar 3: Expand
- Pillar 4: Empower
- Cross-government, cross-society and cross-economy approach
- Full strategy, reports and infographics
What is the 'Adult Literacy for Life' strategy?
The strategy is a range of commitments and actions across four pillars, to make sure people can:
- understand their needs and where to go to meet them
- access all of the learning and support they need
It also makes sure that:
- the learning and support available can expand to meet this massive challenge
- we empower people and communities to make a real difference to their lives
Pillar 1: Understand
- National campaign
- Single service
- Proactive local services
- Common assessment approach
Pillar 2: Access
- Plain and accessible content
- Access to technology
- Integrated work and education supports
- Universal design approach
Pillar 3: Expand
- Focus on numeracy
- Drive digital competency
- Support skilled practitioners
- Innovate and enhance provision
Pillar 4: Empower
- Person-centered pathways
- Target vulnerable groups
- Support community initiatives
- Link to health and well-being
Cross-government, cross-society and cross-economy approach
- Cross-government implementation group
- Programme office and collaboration fund
- National literacy coalition and thematic networks
- Regional coalitions, coordinators and literacy action plans
Full strategy, reports and infographics
'Adult Literacy for Life' - a 10-year adult literacy, numeracy and digital literacy strategy
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'Adult Literacy for Life' - Summary consultation report
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'Adult Literacy for Life' - Detailed consultation report
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Infographic: 'Adult Literacy for Life' – Who did we talk to?
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Infographic: 'Adult Literacy for Life' – Our priorities
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Infographic: 'Adult Literacy for Life' - Journey to literacy for life
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