About MILE

Our Vision

Drawing on the rich cultural and linguistic assets of Marylanders, MILE seeks to build a world where literacy becomes a powerful catalyst for transformative social change and equitable opportunities for advancing social justice. 

Our Mission

MILE serves as an international center of scholarship in language development, literacy development, and disability in the state of Maryland through four Pillar institutes: Education, Research, Policy & Outreach, and Professional Development.

Through our comprehensive research, innovative programs, collaborative partnerships, and advocacy work, MILE will build full and equitable access to literacy in order to empower all Marylanders at every stage of life.