In 1994 the Ohio Literacy Network brought adult learners together at its annual conference. Eleven students, nominated by their local programs, established, named and defined ALF during the meeting. This year ALF members met with elected officials in Columbus to discuss the importance of adult basic education and literacy programs. ALF meets three times a year in different parts of Ohio and publishes a newsletter quarterly. ALF Members come from many different program types from all across the state.
People submit writings to be selected and published every two weeks.
The Board is made up of learners from various programs around the state. The past couple of issues focused on policy and preparing for the adult education day, and submissions were centered around writings that tell learners' stories and encourage legislators to support programs. A couple of the Board members were speakers during the events at the State House. There are a number of student organizations of various sorts in Vermont. In the spring of 1997 there were 6-7 regional Adult Learner conferences in California.