Research shows that engaging families in education is critical not only to a child’s success, but to the entire family’s economic and social well-being. The National Center for Families Learning (NCFL) promotes family education solutions across three approaches by engaging families, educators, administrators, and advocates to drive results and ultimately reduce education inequities. Our work supports multigenerational learning for families from early childhood through adult education. 

During the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis, we have developed a collection of free online learning resources for families to engage with together at home, and are encouraging literacy practitioners to be aware of potential funding opportunities related to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Additionally, our program partners are reshaping how they engage families, from virtual Parent Cafes to virtual music lessons. Take a look at some of their innovations here. We will work with our partners to evolve these and other resources as the landscape continues to change.