The organization is headquartered in Newark, Delaware, United States, with a network of more than 300,000 literacy educators, researchers, and experts across 128 countries.

From the 2011 August/September issue forward, the publication was split into two parts: a bimonthly print magazine and an interactive digital e-zine.

ILA offers a number of awards and grants for educators, researchers, and authors.

[6] Grants provide the opportunity for acclaimed field members to explore research areas in reading and literacy.

Awards provide recognition to renowned authors, teachers, researchers, librarians, programs, etc.