Literacy

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Centers for Reading and Writing
coordinated by the New York Public Library, these classes help adults who have trouble reading and writing to reach their goals and help their communication skills in a student-centered environment. Small group instruction by trained volunteer tutors. (212) 340-0918 - http://www.nypl.org/branch/local/crw
English Classes for Speakers of other Languages
sponsored by the New York Public Library. Classes are held at library branches. For information about registration, call M-F 9-5 (212) 340-0918. - http://www.nypl.org/classes/esol_man.html
Literacy Assistance Center
provides literacy programs for adults, out-of-school youth, and families. Over 800 programs across NY state provide free and low-cost programs in English for speakers of other languages, adult basic education, and GED preparation.
To find a program in NYC (212) 803-3333. - http://www.lacnyc.org
Literacy Inc. (LINC)
works in low-income neighborhoods to bring local resources together in teams to plan and carry out early partner programs and community literacy events. Connects with literacy groups in every borough. Committed to the idea that every child can read on time. (212) 620-5462 - http://www.lincnyc.org
New York City Literacy Programs
The Department of Youth and Community Development coordinates the city's literacy services.
  • Adolescent Literacy Program - After school program for students in grades 6 and 7, designed to strengthen reading, writing, and communication skills.

  • Adult Literacy Program - Helps adults acquire reading and writing skills.

  • English Language Program - For those who speak little or no English.

  • Family Literacy Program - Offers parents and their school-aged children the opportunity to work together on developing their reading, writing, and English-language skills.
    • - http://www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/reading_writing/reading_writing.shtml
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Inwood Community Services
In addition to ESL and literacy services, this community-based organization offers youth services such as afterschool and camp programs, mental health counseling, drug/alcohol abuse counseling and other services in English and Spanish.651 Academy Street, 3rd floor; (212) 942-0043. - http://www.inwoodcommunityservices.com