What is a primary institution?

The primary institution in a literacy program is the one under whose direct authority the program is carried out.

Relationships here should be close enough so that the primary institution understands the problems and internal workings of the literacy programs and of the institution carrying them out. There should be mutual confidence that each feels the other is available to listen and offer advice.

Here are some examples of a primary institution:

• The Ministry of Education
• The Rural Development Department
• The Ministry of Cultural Affairs
• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs

• What is a related institution?
• What is a stakeholder?

• Concept module: primary institution
• In overview module: Glossary (Literacy): P
• In modular book: Glossary of literacy terms
• In document collection: Reference materials
• In bookshelf: Literacy

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