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MISSION:

Our mission is to assist individuals with reading and writing improvement and to teach adults and families to utilize the public library as a resource for lifelong learning.

The County of Los Angeles Public Library offers free adult and family literacy instruction at Literacy Centers & Community Libraries convenient to tutors and learners. The program became part of the California Literacy Campaign in 1984 through an initiative of the California State Library. Since 1984, the Library has expanded literacy services to meet the needs of adults and families wanting to improve their reading and writing skills.

 

Literacy Services Manager
(562) 940-8511


PROGRAM:

Help Yourself Read Better
Come to the Library. It's FREE, confidential, one-on-one or small group tutoring for adults.

If you want to:
  • Get a better job
  • Read to your children
  • Complete your education

Help Others Read Better

If you want to:
  • Help others reach their goals
  • Share your love of reading
  • Make a difference!

People 18 and older may volunteer to tutor adults through the library and/or teach English as a Second Language classes (ESL). Tutors receive 6 hours of training and volunteer a minimum of two hours per week.

Please call the Literacy Office at (562) 940-8511 for tutor training information.

Revised 12/07


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