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ALA webinar: First Nations – Aboriginal English and code switching Part II

About the session This webinar builds on our successful first Aboriginal English and Code Switching webinar session in 2023. Join us for a dynamic session that delves into the delicate […]

Do you believe in equitable access to lifelong learning? Nominate for the ALA Board

The Adult Learning Australia (ALA) Board plays a critical role in leading the strategic direction and governance of our organisation, and is accountable to the ALA membership. Our Board members […]

New Special Edition of the Australian Journal of Adult Learning out now!

Take a look inside the Special Edition of the Australian Journal of Adult Learning. Volume 63, Number 3, November 2023 Editorial Cheryl Ryan and Stephen Billett Refereed articles Analysing work […]

ALA webinar: Building Inclusive and Sustainable Learning Partnerships

Background Place-based learning city frameworks founded on lifelong learning and the concept of a learning society have immense potential to address a wide range of local and global environmental and […]

Adult Literacy & Numeracy Practitioner Program (ALNPP) Units

Expression of Interest: Learn Local pre-accredited practitioners can register their interest to complete either or both of the ALNPP additional modules: ‘ALNPP Koorie module’ and/or ‘ALNPP Professional Learning Network’ for […]

New issue of Australian Journal of Adult Learning out now!

Take a look inside the latest Australian Journal of Adult Learning. Volume 63, Number 2, July 2023 Editorial Trace Ollis Refereed articles Why some homogeneous adult learning groups may be […]

ALA job opportunity:– Communications Coordinator (temporary part time position)

ALA is seeking a skilled, experienced and self-motivated individual with a minimum of 3 years of experience in journalism/professional writing to fill our Communications Coordinator position for 6 months. You […]

Adult Learners Week 2023 : ‘It’s never too late’

We’re very excited to announce the Adult Learners Week theme this year: ‘It’s never too late’ a reminder that there’s no use-by date when it comes to learning. Many of […]

New issue of Australian Journal of Adult Learning out now!

Take a look inside the latest Australian Journal of Adult Learning.   Volume 63, Number 1, April 2023 Editorial Trace Ollis Refereed articles Whack-a-Mole?: Ecologies of young adults with intellectual […]

ALA 2023 AGM

Date: Friday 19th May, 1:00pm AEST via Zoom Guest speaker: Cath Macgonigal, Odyssey College This year’s AGM will present the 2022 Annual Report, announce the results of this year’s Board […]

ALA support for the Uluru Statement and Voice to Australian Parliament

It’s time for the Uluru Statement and Voice to Australian Parliament to have a rightful place in the Australian Constitution. The most significant achievement our nation as a whole could […]

ALA job opportunity: Manager Projects and Business Development – Part time – negotiable

Looking for a change or a new opportunity? Adult Learning Australia (ALA) is seeking a person who shows initiative and likes a good challenge to join our team as Manager […]

Job Vacancy: Network West is looking for a Network Coordinator

Network West is seeking a suitably skilled and experienced Network Coordinator to lead the strengthening, support and advocacy for our member Neighbourhood Houses and Community Centres across the Western Metropolitan […]

What Works Professional Learning Series

What Works 2023 will focus on adult literacy and learning practice. This eight-part online professional learning series brings together experts in the field to explore effective adult reading, writing, and […]

Transforming education and training in Australia: challenges and opportunities

          A hybrid policy forum Hosted by the Australian Coalition for Education and Development (ACED), Adult Learning Australia (ALA), Women in Adult and Vocational Education (WAVE), […]

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