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Welcome to ALA
Adult Literacy Advocates (ALA) is a Capital Area United Way Community Partner that has provided education programs in the Baton Rouge area for 52 years. ALA provides a variety of classes that help our students achieve personal, work and family goals by improving their literacy skills. As a community group, we also seek to increase economic development and the overall quality of life in Greater Baton Rouge through helping others further their education to become more productive, qualified workers, neighbors, friends and family who can contribute to our community.
"My name is Denisa, and I am one of the faces that has benefited from Adult Literacy Advocates. Each of us in the program has different desires and goals. There are those of us who desire to move on to higher education, by way of college or trade schools. Some of us have plans to become entrepreneurs. My desire is simple. I am finishing what I started so many years ago. Education is extremely important to me. Not only for my own sense of accomplishment, but also to be able to lead by example. I want to relay the message to my grandchildren and those of the younger generation, that giving up is not an option."
2019 Recognition Ceremony
Our annual Recognition Ceremony was held Wednesday, July 24th.
This event gives us an opportunity to recognize the achievements of our students and the dedication of our volunteers. Over 60 guests were in attendance this year, including students, volunteers, Board members, staff, and guests from families and the community. Congratulations to everyone for their work and dedication. A special thank-you to the East Baton Rouge Public Library for hosting the event at the Main Branch on Goodwood. Pictured below, from left: ALA Director, Gary Robertson; Board Member of the Year, Anita Gregoire; Student of the Year, Racheal Jack; Volunteer of the Year, Dylan Alge; and 2019 All-Star Advocate, Kristen Sunde. 
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Coming Events
21st Annual Scrabble ChallengeTuesday, September 17th
L'Auberge Casino & Hotel 777 L'Auberge Avenue Baton Rouge, LA Doors Open - 6:00 p.m. Event Begins - 6:30 p.m. Featuring:
* 3 rounds of "Just for Fun"
Team Scrabble * Silent Auction * 50/50 Cash-Split Raffle * New Event: Wine Cork Pull * Food and Beverages with Cash Bar |
2019 Advocates for Literacy
Advocates for Literacy are those benefactors whose significant donations help ALA to fulfill our mission.
We are grateful for their support and encourage you to support them in return.
We are grateful for their support and encourage you to support them in return.
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