Welcome To The Literacy Clinic

Unlock Your Potential

Explore resources and success stories that inspire and empower learners of all ages.

Kennette Bardell, Statistician
Judge Nghana Lewis, Founder
Tyra Duhe-Griffin, Program Administrator

Mission Statement of The Literacy Clinic

The Literacy Clinic supports literacy education for adults who are involved in the criminal justice system and families with children enrolled in resource-challenged public schools. The ultimate goal of The Literacy Clinic is to strengthen communities through prevention-by-way-of-intervention transformative criminal justice, juvenile justice, and K12 education.

History of The Literacy Clinic

With funding from The Murphy Institute Seed Funding Grant Program, The Literacy Clinic launched on August 25, 2021. Subsequently, the Louisiana State Legislature allocated $75000 to the 40th Judicial District Court, St. John the Baptist Parish, through the Louisiana Supreme Court, for The Literacy Clinic to run for a one-year pilot period. In 2022 and 2023, the legislature re-authorized allocation of funding for TLC.  In 2022, The Murphy Institute provided funding to expand the clinic’s operation into Orleans Parish.

Testimonials

Hear what clients are saying about The Literacy Clinic.

"Before joining The Literacy Clinic, I struggled with reading and felt embarrassed in class. With the help of my tutor, I've gained confidence and improved my skills. Now, I love reading and even help my friends with their homework!"

Sarah H. Client

"I always wanted to improve my reading and writing skills but didn’t know where to start. The Literacy Clinic provided me with the support I needed. Thanks to their dedicated staff, I can now write emails and read my children's schoolwork with ease!"

Terral M. Client

"The Literacy Clinic has changed my life! I went from barely passing my classes to being one of the top students in my grade. I never thought I could enjoy reading, but now I can’t put a book down!"

Marshall K. Client