CALL TO ACTION
5 Things You Can Do Today
#1
Share our blurb on your newsletter and website!
#2
Join us in our social media campaign before and during AEFL Week, including the X Storm!
#3
Encourage learners to send an email, make a call, or send a video to legislators!
#4
Host a local event of some sort to draw attention and ensure it is added to the padlet.
#5
Review the Spark Sheet for other high impact ideas and commit to at least one.
Monday
September 15
11:00 AM EST
Kick Off National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week: Celebrate Adult Education’s Power to Transform Lives
Nick Moore will open National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week with remarks highlighting the critical role of adult education in advancing economic mobility, supporting families, and strengthening communities. His address will underscore federal priorities and the importance of continued investment in lifelong learning.
Presenters: Nick Moore, Acting Assistant Secretary, Sharon Bonney, CEO, Shaketta Thomas, Board President
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Tools & Resources
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State Advocacy Toolkit
Suggestions For Local Programs
AEFL Week Virtual Schedule of Events
SEPTEMBER 14-20, 2025
Once a year educators from all over the country join together with adult learners, community partners, business leaders, legislators, and friends of adult education to amplify their successes! COABE has developed a calendar of activities, resources, and so much more! We cordially invite you to join your colleagues as we celebrate national Adult Education and Family Literacy Week! Register below to select the activities you would like to join.
Tuesday
September 16
2:00 PM EST
Moving Mountains: The Power of Partnership in Adult Education
National Vision. Statewide Support. Local Impact.
Behind every successful adult education initiative is a web of strong partnerships. This session highlights how collaboration at the national, state, and local levels is transforming programs, expanding access, and delivering real results for learners. Hear inspiring examples of how aligned efforts—across agencies, associations, and communities—are helping programs overcome barriers, scale innovation, and move mountains together.
Wednesday
September 17
2:00 PM EST
Facebooking with the Fellows: Live from AEFL Week!
Real Talk. Real Impact. Real-Time.
Join us for a high-energy Facebook Live session as COABE Fellows from across the country come together to reflect on the power of adult education during AEFL Week. Hear firsthand stories of transformation, advocacy wins, and how they’re fueling change in their communities. This interactive wrap-up will celebrate the week’s highlights, spotlight learner voices, and leave you inspired to keep the momentum going all year long!
Presenters: Sharon Bonney and 2025 SAAEF Fellows
Thursday
September 18
2:00 PM EST
Voices That Move Us: Spotlight on Advocast, Behind Every Employer, & EmpowerED
Amplifying Stories, Sparking Alignment, and Encouraging Transformation during AEFL Week
Discover how adult learners, educators, and advocates are using their voices to inspire action and awareness through COABE’s original podcasts: Advocast, Behind Every Employer, and EmpowerED. This session will showcase powerful moments, behind-the-scenes insights, and tips on how you can leverage these podcasts to elevate your program, engage your learners, and celebrate Adult Education and Family Literacy Week in a big way.
Presenters: Erin Vobornik, Anson Green, Jeff Abramowitz, Sara Haghighi, and Hector Martinez
Friday
September 19
2:00 PM EST
IETs and Workforce Trainings, a Successful Collaboration
This webinar will explore how Brevard Adult and Community Education (BACE) advances workforce success through integrated education and training (IET) programs. Adult learners gain essential career and soft skills. Participants will gain insights into the successes and challenges through up-to-date data. BACE currently offers several pre-apprenticeship programs spanning 16 career pathways with an emphasis on soft skills training focusing on communication, teamwork, and problem-solving for long-term success in the workforce.
Presenters: Lorri Benjamin and Eric Kohler