The Adult Literacy Library Services Program: "Workforce Development at New York Libraries through Public Library Systems", an adult literacy library services formula allocation program, helps public library systems that work with libraries and other partners, to develop and expand adult literacy programs which will enhance workforce development services in public libraries. The Adult Literacy Library Services program is a New York State program that will improve adult literacy on the job and in the home. The Program encourage libraries to become community literacy leaders and to strengthen partnerships between libraries and local literacy providers.
The 2019-2022 projects must enhance adult literacy services in public libraries with a focus on workforce development. Workforce development programs in public libraries help adults who are looking for work acquire skills needed for employment and self-sufficiency. Workforce development includes literacy, TASC (NYS high school equivalency exam preparation), citizenship information, resume assistance, job seeking strategies, information on career development, English as a Second Language instruction and other education and training services for adults needing improved literacy skills.
Library systems may develop system-wide projects or may partner with other systems for regional or statewide projects, including training about the provision of adult literacy services in public libraries. Systems may also develop projects that deliver adult literacy services through public libraries and branches.