In the late 1990’s, a series of community forums and facilitated discussions centered on literacy needs began in the community. Several themes emerged, including the need for a centralized point of coordination for the community’s literacy services, as well as the need for increased public awareness and resources for programs. In response to these needs, a small group of literacy service providers and concerned community leaders founded the Literacy Coalition of Central Texas in 2001. The rates of low literacy in among Central Texas residents, generally considered a highly-educated population, are staggering: fewer than 1 in 5 adults can read and write well enough to fill out a job application. The Coalition is dedicated to...
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Mission The Arc of the Capital Area, a non-profit organization, is committed to promoting independence and choice by providing individualized services to adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Philosophy The Arc of the Capital Area envisions a world where all people with disabilities and their families have the same opportunities as others to pursue full and productive lives. Background » read more