While many of us support literacy projects year round, International Literacy Day provides an important opportunity for us to recognize the vital role literacy plays in our communities and the world. I encourage you to use this day to launch new literacy initiatives in your community or consider working with members of the International Reading Association,
www.reading.org , in your community to identify opportunities to support literacy for all.
Indeed, there is no better way to empower a community than to teach people to read and write. These essential skills help people to access information that will make their communities healthier, more prosperous, and peaceful.