DYCD is a partner in the New York City Adult Literacy
Initiative (NYCALI), the City’s system for
providing literacy and language
services for adults and out-of-school youth. This highly coordinated
network
of community-based organizations (CBOs), public schools, CUNY campuses and
public
library sites targets federal, state and local funds to communities
with the greatest need for services.
Each year, over 12,000 New Yorkers
attend classes at DYCD-funded CBOs located throughout New
York City.
To find a program near you, please call 1-800-246-4646.
In addition to DYCD, the following agencies and institutions are part of NYCALI:
Additional information:
- Literacy in the News
- New
Report on GED Testing in New York City
An important new report on the
GED Testing System in New York City was just released. “Our Chance for Change:
A Four-year Reform Initiative for GED Testing in New York City,” by Jacqueline
Cook examines the current system for GED testing and offers critical
recommendations on how to improve it.
