Portland Literacy Council

Portland Literacy Council The Portland Literacy Council (PLC) supports adult literacy programs, tutors, and students in the Po

The Portland Literacy Council (PLC) is a 501(c)(3) charitablenonprofit organization founded in 1993. For 27 years, Portland Literacy Council has focused supporting volunteer tutors who serve in free or low-cost literacy programs for adult learners. Our activities include delivering volunteer tutor training programs around the metro area, hosting an annual literacy tutor conference, publishing the

LiteracyLINKS newsletter, and supporting adults wishing to complete their GEDs with scholarships to cover the cost of testing.

Thanks to all the participants, guest speakers, panelists, sponsors, presenters, and resource partners for making the 20...
04/17/2026

Thanks to all the participants, guest speakers, panelists, sponsors, presenters, and resource partners for making the 2026 Volunteer Tutor Conference a success. Look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

04/14/2026
Interested in learning more about refugee support programs offered by Pacific Refugee Support Group? Stop by PRSG's tabl...
04/06/2026

Interested in learning more about refugee support programs offered by Pacific Refugee Support Group? Stop by PRSG's table at the Tutor Conference on April 11. Online registration will remain open until Friday, April 10 noon. You may also register in person on April 11 at the registration table in Bldg 9 at PCC Rock Creek.

The Intercultural Communication workshop at this year's Volunteer Tutor Conference shows teachers and tutors how they ca...
04/02/2026

The Intercultural Communication workshop at this year's Volunteer Tutor Conference shows teachers and tutors how they can find and prepare materials for beginners that go beyond superficial culture and stereotypes. Register for the tutor conference now! Link is at www.portlandliteracy.org/events

Check out the resources and community supporting English language learning in the Portland area on the ESL Network websi...
03/27/2026

Check out the resources and community supporting English language learning in the Portland area on the ESL Network website. Be sure to stop by their table at the Tutor Conference April 11.

Beaverton Literacy Council Needs Tutors! Are you looking for a lead tutor opportunity? Either online or in person - this...
03/20/2026

Beaverton Literacy Council Needs Tutors! Are you looking for a lead tutor opportunity? Either online or in person - this is a great way to connect with adult learners. Check out the BLC table at this year's Tutor Conference on April 11 for more info.

Registration is now open for the 2026 Volunteer Tutor Conference - Equity Through Literacy - on Saturday, April 11, 2026...
03/05/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Volunteer Tutor Conference - Equity Through Literacy - on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the PCC Rock Creek campus. Choose from 12 workshops and panel discussions, take advantage of networking opportunities and hear from student speakers on the impact tutors have had on their literacy journeys.

Registration link can be found on the PLC website/events.

02/09/2026





Local and online resources to help study for the US citizenship test.
01/29/2026

Local and online resources to help study for the US citizenship test.




FREE Classes! Though Welcome Neighbor! is oriented towards independent volunteer tutors, anyone involved with teaching E...
01/23/2026

FREE Classes! Though Welcome Neighbor! is oriented towards independent volunteer tutors, anyone involved with teaching English will find something valuable in these practical, hands-on learning experiences.

Welcome Neighbor! I: First Steps
Saturday January 24th at 3pm-4pm, online

Welcome Neighbor! IV: Basic Tech for Online Tutoring (Whatsapp, Zoom, Meet)
Saturday January 24th at 4pm-5pm, online

Courses are free but registration required. Links on PLC website.

People-Places-Things is offering a few trainings about welcoming our neighbors and offering a free training for preparin...
01/23/2026

People-Places-Things is offering a few trainings about welcoming our neighbors and offering a free training for preparing to welcome our new multinational neighbors 1-on-1 tutoring. Welcome Neighbor! Course
Though Welcome Neighbor! is oriented towards independent volunteer tutors, anyone involved with teaching English will find something valuable in these practical, hands-on learning experiences. Hosted by People-Places-Things.
Welcome Neighbor! I: First Steps (Saturday January 24th at 3pm-4pm, online)
Course is free but registration required.
https://nas.io/.../welcome-neighbor-i-11-online-english...
Welcome Neighbor! IV: Basic Tech for Online Tutoring (Whatsapp, Zoom, Meet) (Saturday January 24th at 4pm-5pm, online)
This course is intended for people who have already shadowed a session and been matched to a learner, but some may want to join even if they haven’t been matched to a learner yet.
Course is free but registration required.
https://nas.io/ampersand-experiential-training/events/welcome-neighbor-ii-basic-tech-for-online-english-tutoriung-whatsapp-zoom-meet

Working with newcomers in the US to navigate their new home and culture isn't simple - but it doesn't have to be difficult. And it doesn't require years of study, expensive credentials, or special skills to make a difference in their lives. It's more like friendship with a purpose. Welcome Neighbor!...

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