Did you know there's a critical link between illiteracy and crime? In this episode, we explore shocking statistics, historical insights, and practical solutions addressing America's literacy crisis. Learn how improving literacy, especially among youth, can significantly reduce crime and transform entire communities.
Highlights:
- The alarming statistics linking illiteracy and crime.
- Historical perspective: Colonial America's literacy success.
- Today's educational challenges and systemic failures.
- Real-world solutions and innovations to combat illiteracy.
- How literacy transforms communities and breaks generational cycles.
Resources Mentioned:
- National Assessment of Educational Progress: https://www.nationsreportcard.gov/reading/?grade=4
- Literacy Mid-South Report: https://www.literacymidsouth.org/news/the-relationship-between-incarceration-and-low-literacy
- Begin to Read: https://www.begintoread.com/research/literacystatistics.html
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