The Association

For 50 years, the International Reading Association has been a professional home for those who help others learn to read. Today, our network and resources reach hundreds of thousands of teachers, researchers, students, administrators, tutors, parents, and others—in every part of the world. Learn how to join us!

Use the links at left or right to browse this area of the IRA website. You’ll get information about our programs, structure, governance, and leaders, and find out how we

Promote professional development for reading educators at all levels

Support research, practice, and policy that improve instruction for the benefit of all teachers and learners

Encourage research that informs decision making by educators, policymakers, and the public

Identify, focus, and provide leadership on significant issues in worldwide literacy

Join with other organizations to strengthen national and international alliances

Many of our resources can be found online in the Publications and Web Resources areas. For additional information about who we are and what we do, contact IRA’s public information office.