They tried to eliminate adult education funding last year.
We stopped it.
They're trying again.
Take 3 minutes today to tell Congress that adult education matters.
π’ Protect funding.
π’ Increase funding to $810M.
Links in comments.
#FundAdultEd#FundFutures
One diploma.
One learner.
A lifetime of opportunity.
Congratulations to adult learner Takeecia Dunovant on earning her high school diploma! π
#FundAdultEd#LearnerSuccess
π¨ The House Appropriations Committee has advanced an FY 2027 bill that proposes eliminating federal funding for adult education.
This is concerningβbut it is not the final word.
π’ Take action today. Contact your House member and Senators using the links in the comments.
We protected adult education funding before. Let's do it again.
#FundAdultEd
Adult Ed challenge: πΈ
Take a photo holding a sign that completes this sentence:
"Adult Education Is ______."
Dre Clements' sign said: "An Economic Catalyst."
Your turn.
Post it. Tag @COABEHQ. Let's show the world what adult ed makes possible.
#FundAdultEd#FundFutures
Adult education funding is under threat.
The most powerful response? Showing up.
π Know Before You Go: Aug. 31
π° Travel grants available
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#FundAdultEd#FundFutures
They tried to eliminate adult education funding last year.
We stopped it.
They're trying again.
Take 3 minutes today to tell Congress that adult education matters.
π’ Protect funding.
π’ Increase funding to $810M.
Links in comments.
#FundAdultEd#FundFutures
π¨ Registration is OPEN for COABEβs Flood the Hill πΊπΈ
This year, adult education needs a strong voice in Washington.
Join advocates from across the country during #AEFLWeek as we meet with Congress to make sure adult education is seen, heard, and funded.
π Deadline: July 24
From learner leadership to life changing opportunities, the impact of @DollarGeneral was felt throughout #COABE2026.
Thank you for helping make scholarships, grants, research & the Summit possible.
Watch the video to see just some of the moments your support helped create. π
Congress needs to hear from the people whose lives and work are impacted by adult education every day.
Limited travel grants of up to $500 are available for #FloodTheHill2026.
π Apply by July 1
π Check our comments for application.
#FundFutures#FundAdultEd
We urge the Senate to REJECT proposals by the President and the House to eliminate adult education funding and instead include and increase this funding to $810 million in the FY27 LHHS bill. #FundAdultEd#AdultEdWorks#WorkforceDevelopment
We urge Members of the House to REVERSE the elimination of adult education and ensure that adult education funding is instead included and increased to $810 million in the FY 2027 LHHS appropriations bill. #FundAdultEd#AdultEdWorks#WorkforceDevelopment
Adult education has an amazing story to tell.
The question is: Are we telling it?
π Dre reminds us that every post, repost, like & comment helps amplify learner success & strengthen advocacy.
Don't just support adult education. Share it.
COABE makes it easy!
#FundAdultEd
You don't need to be a researcher to publish.
If you've helped learners gain skills, credentials, or careers, your experience could help programs nationwide.
Submit an article to the Fall 2026 COABE Journal.
π Deadline: June 22
π https://t.co/5HRC4pwDV3
#AdultEducation
π° New funding opportunities are open from the @USDOL and the @usedgov.
From apprenticeships to career pathways and workforce training, these investments can help create more opportunities for learners and communities.
#AdultEducation#WorkforceReady#FundAdultEd
Adult education needs more researchers.
If you're pursuing a master's degree, doctorate, or advanced research, join COABE's Graduate Student Network (GSN) for mentorship, research support, and connections with scholars across the field.
π Link: https://t.co/SsLDRCddO9