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• Become a tutor, board member, or other volunteer for a local program

Volunteers are the heart of adult literacy programs. You can make a real difference in students' lives when you help directly or indirectly to support their literacy skills. Each program is different; find your local program for more information. 

• Advocate for adult literacy in the state

There are many ways to advocate for adult literacy, including writing and making phone calls to legislators, writing letters to the editor, joining an organization, signing petitions, and even simply talking to those you know about adult literacy. Visit the NMAEA (New Mexico Adult Education Association) website linked above to learn more and find fact sheets and templates to support your efforts.

• Donate to a local program

Literacy programs are typically nonprofits run by very small staff with volunteers as the primary educators. Donations are always needed and gratefully accepted. Click the Donate link above to find your local program to learn more about them and support the valuable work they do in our state and communities.