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In some West Alabama communities, up to 25% of residents are functionally illiterate.
The Literacy Council of West Alabama's vision is to build a region in which each person is provided the opportunity to function to a greater level within society.
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LCWA works to identify and provide direct services to communities in West Alabama to combat the needs of the functionally and completely illiterate.
Improving Literacy One Day at a Time
Proudly serving
West Alabama
since 2008
LCWA works with clients and community partners to ensure everyone is provided an equal opportunity to experience the joys of reading and writing. We work tirelessly to reduce the rates
​of illiteracy in our adult population. By identifying communities in need, LCWA is able to provide direct services to those communities that will address the needs of the functionally, and completely illiterate.
A Message from Ryan:
At the Literacy Council of West Alabama, we believe literacy is the hinge on which all potential hangs. My passion for literacy was born from a simple truth: literacy is empowerment. It is the tool that allows us to see the "whole person" and help them become who they want to be.
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For 1 in 4 adults in our region, that potential remains locked. This isn’t just a statistic; it represents our neighbors, parents, and coworkers who are held back from fully participating in daily life simply because they lack the tools to read and write. Illiteracy should never be the barrier to a person's future, yet it often remains a quiet struggle hidden by shame.
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We are asking you to be the eyes and ears of our communities. Because those who need our services the most are often unable to read the resources available to them, we are the best referral partners for those who cannot access this information on their own. We ask that you see people unbiasedly and help us connect with those in need by asking to be a referral. By acting as a bridge, you help preserve dignity and serve as a vital resource for your neighbors. Help us unlock the potential of West Alabama by referring someone today.
Ryan Davidson, Executive Director