The Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held on 16 May 2025, bringing everyone together to celebrate, reflect, and welcome new faces to the Board, while bidding farewell to those whose terms had ended. The 2025 AGM featured special guest Shelly Jones, Head of Programs at The Zahra Foundation, who spoke about the important role of […]
2025 ALA Board Nominee Profiles
Kelly-ann Tansey, CEO, Zahra Foundation This year’s International Women’s Day theme is Accelerate Action. Zahra Foundation CEO, Kelly-Ann Tansey, talks about the need to empower women through learning if we are to accelerate action for gender equality. “The future we are fighting for will not be won by words alone—it will be built through […]
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About the session This webinar will explore the Australian adult community education (ACE) landscape and discuss the important roles it plays in developing individual capabilities for study, work, and life. In recent years ACE has gained more prominence for its capacity to connect hard-to-reach learners into literacy and numeracy programs and preparatory and pre-accredited programs […]
About the session Ros Bauer – ATA 2013 Ros Bauer has extensive experience in adult education as a language literacy numeracy practitioner. She was the winner of the 2013 Australian Training Awards Excellence in Adult Language Literacy and Numeracy Practice and a recipient of an Executive Fellowship through the Australian Endeavour Awards that included […]
Amanda Wilson Looking back to when I first started volunteering as an adult literacy tutor, I realise I had a narrow view of my role, and as a result, an equally narrow view of adult learners. My focus was primarily on literacy methods, educational activities, and the learner’s goals and outcomes. I was delivering community-based […]
As summer rolls in, it’s time to unwind, relax, and indulge in some great reads, inspiring podcasts, and thought-provoking content. Whether you’re soaking up the sun or staying cool indoors, our curated Summer Hot Picks have something for everyone. Here’s what some of our MPs, staff and board members are reading, watching, and listening to […]
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About the session Amanda Wilson Amanda Wilson has seen how helping adults improve their reading and writing skills transforms lives and opens opportunities for better employment, health, and community connections. As a volunteer adult literacy tutor with Libraries Tasmania, Amanda has more than a decade of experience supporting adults to achieve their learning goals. She […]
Take a look inside the November Special Edition of the Australian Journal of Adult Learning. Volume 64, Number 3, Special Edition, November 2024 EDITORIAL Susan Holloway and Patricia Gouthro Refereed articles Literacies practitioners resisting human capital theory through values-based approaches Lyn Tett Literacies and learning: An exploration into women’s digital literacy practices and sustainable livelihoods […]
The Australian Journal of Adult Learning (AJAL) has been published on behalf of Adult Learning Australia for over 64 years and is widely recognised as the leading journal on adult education in Australia. It is also highly regarded internationally. We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced editors passionate about adult learning and community education. […]
Are you passionate about building strong member relationships and driving digital engagement? Adult Learning Australia (ALA) is seeking a dynamic and organised individual to join our team as a Membership and Digital Engagement Officer. In this role, you’ll play a key part in managing our membership services, enhancing digital presence, and supporting professional development events. […]
About the session Educators today are having to grapple with increased numbers of adult learners affected by Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), particularly women. This webinar will provide information about what ADHD is, how to recognise the symptoms, and how to understand the common challenges faced by adults with ADHD. Karen Dymke will also discuss strategies to support […]
