Literacy100 Conference: Addressing Literacy in Homelessness

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This conference will give attendees the opportunity to spend a day surrounded by key experts who are working to promote best practice and greater access to literacy in the homeless sector. Over the course of the conference, you'll hear from specialists covering topics such as psychologically informed learning, the use of supportive technology, and inclusive teaching practices. The full programme will be released shortly.

Tickets are free but space is limited, so we recommend reserving your spot as soon as possible.

Please note: we are unable to provide lunch as part of the conference but a range of cafes are available nearby.

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We are delighted to announce that the opening address for the Literacy100 conference will be provided by Dr Katy Jones, Senior Research Associate at the Centre for Decent Work and Productivity at Manchester Metropolitan University and academic associate of Literacy100. Katy has a PhD in Educational Research from Lancaster University, following doctoral research which focused on literacy and numeracy support for homeless adults. She has previously held research posts at The Work Foundation and the University of Salford. Katy has published widely on topics relating to homelessness, welfare policy, skills and labour market disadvantage.