The Literacy Link is using literacy-rich experiences to connect children with their parents involved in the criminal justice system. Click the image to read and download the latest strategy report.

The Literacy Link is comprised of four strategies designed for children 8-years-old and younger. Select preliminary evaluation findings from each strategy are described in the Preliminary Findings Brief. Click the image to read or download the document.

The Literacy Link is a program of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension. It brings literacy and learning opportunities to young children who have a parent or caregiver involved in the local correctional system. Read and download an impact report on the work The Literacy Link is doing across the state.

UW-Madison Division of Extension educators are uniquely positioned in Wisconsin counties to partner with community leaders to establish policy and system changes that create and foster literacy-focused interactions between children and their justice-involved parents or caregivers. Educators have a longstanding history of trust, respect, and capacity-building with community partners to address local issues and bring […]