Literacy Definition

When asked for the definition of literacy I think  the majority of people asked would say it has to do with reading and writing. I typed Literacy into Google and it gave the same definition. I agree that literacy is the ability to read and write, but it is much more than that. It is also the processes involved in reading and writing and the things you can do with each. such as communicating through both words and a written form. The UNESCO gave a definition i found to be much more appropriate. They defined literacy as "ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, compute and use printed and written materials associated with varying contexts. Literacy involves a continuum of learning in enabling individuals to achieve their goals, to develop their knowledge and potential, and to participate fully in their community and wider society."