The introductory section of the International Reading Association (IRA) annual report for 1981-82 briefly discusses recent developments concerning the organization, including its efforts to support education in the federal legislature. It also outlines various literacy projects in which the IRA participates, such as Literacy Support, Newspapers in Education, Publication Outreach, and newly emerging relationships including Literacy Coalition, the Epcot Advisory Board, and Project BEST. The body of the report begins with the president's message, while separate sections are devoted to (1) membership and councils, (2) special interest groups, (3) international activities, (4) national affiliates, (5) committees, (6) research, (7) professional projects, (8) conferences, (9) publications, (10) professional relations, (11) finance and administration, (12) auditor's reports, and (13) financial reports. (HTH)