Literacy: Learn about the global situation

Learn about the global situation, UNESCO's definition and promotion of literacy , and the importance of digital and women's literacy . Find out how COVID-19 has impacted literacy and how UNESCO celebrates International Literacy Day and awards prizes. The Importance of Literacy Many people think of literacy simply as studying for a degree to get a job in a government or private office. But in reality, literacy is the basic foundation of education the essential skill that helps us navigate daily life. Literacy means having the ability to listen, speak, and read to a functional standard. Our digital literacy management platform helps students to improve their English literacy online through fun, engaging and curriculum-aligned exercises.