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Victorian Learn Local Awards 2021 nominations now open - Gippslanders apply
Recognising everyone’s efforts and hard work in the education sector through awards, and making a difference in the Victorian lives.
Nominations are now open for the 15th annual Victorian Learn Local Awards, recognising excellence in the adult education sector across Victoria. The event is presented by the Adult, Community and Further Education Board (ACFE Board) and shine a spotlight on learners, trainers and leaders.
Heyfield Community Resource Centre coordinator Caroline Trevorrow, tutor Thomas Crosbie and Wellington Shire Mayor Carolyn Crossley with the Learn Local Award certificate for the Victorian Learn Local Awards for 2018, nominations are now open for the 15th annual Victorian Learn Local Awards, submit your nomination today! Nominations will close on Friday 13 August 2021
Stories that changes Victorian lives
Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing today announced the opening of nominations in Eastern Victoria and encouraged locals to nominate people whose stories illustrate how adult and community education can change the lives of Victorians.
Categories for the awards
Additional categories at this year’s event recognise innovation, leadership and local partnerships. The prize money totals $84,000, with organisation award category winners receiving $10,000, individual category winners awarded $5,000 and category finalists given $1,000.
Finding new meaningful career
Kurnai woman Colleen Forbes was among last year’s 14 winners and received the Ro Allen Award for Pre-accredited Learner Excellence. Colleen overcame years of unemployment following the death of her husband to complete the Learn Local Kickstart in Hospitality and Retail course at the Community College Gippsland. She found a pathway to a new and meaningful career and has been inspired to become a Koorie educator and advocate.
Developing literacy
Learn Local providers offer a unique, community-based learning option, with a focus on the individual needs of learners. They are particularly suited to adult learners of all ages looking to develop their digital, literacy, numeracy and employability skills for study, work and life. There are more than 240 not-for-profit community organisations registered as Learn Locals across Victoria, which deliver pre-accredited training and other programs to nearly 30,000 people each year.
Commitment and achievements
Minster for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney said, "This is a valuable opportunity to recognise the commitment of trainers and leaders, and the achievements of learners, in our adult education sector. Learn Locals provide a life-changing service – they provide real-world skills that are applicable for study, jobs and everyday life as well as helping to build more connected communities."
Making huge difference
Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing said, "Learn Local providers make a huge difference in Eastern Victoria to people of all walks of life - and this is a great opportunity to recognise that contribution."
Celebrating everyone’s outstanding efforts
ACFE Board Chairperson Maria Peters "We are very proud of the Learn Local sector’s ongoing commitment, resilience, and innovation – and we’re looking forward to celebrating the outstanding efforts of learners, trainers, leaders and providers across the state."
Nominate now at learn local awards, nominations will close on Friday, 13 August 2021.
Pictures from Gippsland web page.
Source: http://gippsland.com/
Published by: news@gippsland.com
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