Literacy Association of Ireland

Cumann Litearthachta na hÉireann

Main Object

The Literacy Association of Ireland (LAI) aims to support and inform those concerned with the development of literacy nationally and internationally (teachers and educators at all levels and in a variety of formal and informal settings), encourage them in reflection and dialogue, challenge them in their practice and give public voice to their concerns through organising bilingual events such as conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and webinars.

Conference / Comhdháil 2024
Registration is now open!

'Literacy-Meet'
'Cruinniú Litearthachta'

Do you have an idea for a nano or a macro presentation aligning to our conference theme?

An bhfuil smaoineamh agat do nain-chur i láthair nó micrea-chur i láthair, atá ag teacht le téama na comhdhála?

Register here!

Clárú anseo!

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LAI Biennial Thesis Award

Have you completed a master's level thesis on literacy between1st September, 2022 and 31st August, 2024?

Consider submitting your thesis for the LAI Biennial Thesis Award!

Note: Applicants should be current members of the LAI. You may register by following the details here or buying registration along with your conference ticket. Should you have difficulty in registering as a member, please upload your thesis award application in the first instance and then email membership@literacyireland.com.

LAI Submission to NCCA Consultation

As part of the NCCA's consultation on the draft curriculum specifications for the redeveloped Primary School Curriculum, the LAI Executive Committee made a submission on the inclusion of Modern Foreign Languages in the Primary Language Curriculum.

Click to Read the Submission

Did you miss our Fireside Chat on May 1?

Member access

LAI Members can view a recording of this webinar via the LAI Portal.

This online fireside chat was hosted in collaboration with our colleagues in Navan, Tralee and Clare Education Centres.

Literacy News

The latest edition of our newsletter is now available to read. The Literacy Association of Ireland is delighted to present our spring edition of Literacy News brimming with a wealth of interesting and informative contributions spanning literacy education across various sectors of education.

Explore our newsletter to learn about some exciting events we have planned for the year ahead.