Programs - Alfalit

Education

Is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world ~ Nelson Mandela (1918-2013)

Our Programs

Alfalit believes that Literacy is a fundamental right that changes lives. Since 1961, our grassroots-approach with in-country affiliate organizations has effectively reached those with the greatest needs. On average, 85% of all enrolled students graduate from Alfalit programs every year.

1. Adult Literacy

Equivalent to a 3rd grade education, upon completion students have a 1,471-word vocabulary. They can read, write and complete basic math computations. Completion time: about 9 months.

2. Adult Basic Education

Available to students completing Literacy training. It provides the equivalent of a sixth grade education and encourages formal study. In many countries, thanks to alliances with the Ministries of Education, this certification is recognized and allows labor inclusion, reinforcing the self-confidence of our students.

3. Job & Vocational Training

Earning an income helps individuals, families and communities. This program provides skill-based training to adults who would otherwise be unemployable in the poor countries served by Alfalit.

4. Early Childhood Education

Our tiniest students learn basic skills like counting, colors and words. Students are better prepared to enter elementary schools and typically do better than their non-early educated counterparts.

5. Conversational English

Adult, non-English speakers gain the ability to use English with self-assurance in basic, everyday situations. In the United States, this helps our non-native residents become a part of the community in a quicker manner and contribute more to society as a whole.

Lupe

Florida, USA

Lupe is from Mexico and has lived in the USA for 20 years. She was embarrassed about her illiteracy, which caused her much suffering. Her father denied her an education, so she missed many opportunities. Today, Lupe appreciates Alfalit’s programs at Costa Farms, which have helped her begin to read, write, and improve herself.

Rosa Monteiro

Angola

Rosa discovered Alfalit through a colleague at the market and graduated in 2022. She used to memorize items when sent to the market, but now she writes shopping lists, making her life significantly easier.

Carmen Vilca Torivio

Bolivia

Carmen, 39, is the oldest of five siblings and married with five children. Due to financial constraints, she couldn’t study and had to work from a young age to support her family. Carmen has learned to read and write, allowing her to help her kids with homework and confidently sell at the market. Her life has changed, and she feels motivated to keep improving and learning.

Janet Helbig

Haiti

Helbig, aged 33, is a graduate of the adult literacy and vocational skills programs. She is now an entrepreneur and we couldn´t be prouder.

Rosena

DRC

She started our course in January 2016 and received her certificate in June of the same year. Janet Helbig now feels like a well-rounded young woman.

Mrs. Vilma

Peru

Mrs. Vilma was unable to read or write. She now feels empowered to help her neighbors and wants to complete the third phase of the literacy program.

Stop this vicious cycle

Most people know that illiteracy causes poverty, but they do not know how to stop this vicious cycle. Alfalit International provides literacy and educational programs to the poorest and neediest populations around the world. Thanks to the support of our donors and volunteers, Alfalit International has helped over 8 million people learn how to read and write, in their own language, through our life-changing programs.

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literacy today

Make a difference in the lives of children and adults in the United States and beyond. Alfalit’s free literacy and educational programs help enable women to build a better future for themselves and their families.