Almost 30 million adults in the U.S. have serious problems with literacy, and the tragedy of illiteracy touches communities on every level, from individuals and families to businesses large and small. The most common concerns of citizens are economic development, education and crime.
Literacy is a common thread among all three, as the following statistics clearly show.
Literacy and Economic Development Studies show that approximately 60 million workers will have to be trained or retrained by the year 2010. A literate, trainable workforce is one of the most critical considerations when companies are looking for communities to locate or relocate their business. Technological advances have raised the literacy bar and, therefore, created a much stronger need for a literate work force. Inc. All rights reserved.