As a new subscriber listserv, I've enjoyed learning of the other women's
literacy programs across the country.  Our organization provides educational
services including women's literacy services through GED preparation.  Our
funding streams are diverse (donors, govt, grants), but new ones are always
needed.  

Aside from funding, what also would be helpful would be to have a
collection/bibliography of research that documents why single gender adult
ed programs are as effective as they are and the need for these programs.
Our students tell us how important the women-only student environment has
been to their success.  If a collection of this research already exists, I
would appreciate being pointed in that direction.  

We currently serve 100 women each year through our literacy/ABE/GED
services.  What would also be helpful is working with someone to help us
explore how best to expand our program which includes classes, small group
instruction, and tutoring while retaining the intimacy that our students
appreciate.


Amy Amador, MSW
Executive Director
Mercy Education Project
1450 Howard St.
Detroit, MI 48216
Ph: 313-963-5881; Fax: 313-963-0209
Email:  aamador at mercyed.net
Website:  www.mercyed.net
"A Doorway to a Brighter Future for Girls and Women in Detroit"