1-8 September 2008
During Adult Learners' Week each year the Tasmanian Government joins with local businesses and community organisations to celebrate and promote lifelong learning in our state.
Adult Learners' Week Awards
The annual awards recognise and celebrate achievements in adult learning in Tasmania. Through the Adult Learners' Week Awards the Tasmanian Government, business groups and community organisations work together to promote the benefits of lifelong learning within the Tasmanian community.
Finalists for each award will be invited to the Tasmanian Training Awards gala presentation dinner at Wrest Point Convention Centre on Friday 22 August 2008. The winners will be announced at the dinner. A cash prize of $500 will be awarded to the winner in each category.
Nominations close 30 June 2008
Award Categories for 2008:
THE MERCURY ADULT LEARNER OF THE YEAR
OUTSTANDING SUPPORTER OF ADULT LEARNING
VEOLIA ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES OUTSTANDING ADULT LEARNING PROGRAM
Download a copy of the guidelines and nomination form:
Adult Learners' Week Small Grants
The annual grants support local Tasmanian agencies, groups and organisations to promote adult learning in their communities during Adult Learners' Week.
Small grants of up to $300 are available to support approved activities and events.
Look for ALW events in your area, or register your ALW event on the national ALW online calendar.
For reference: grant guidelines and application form [Word 796KB]
Applications close 30 June 2008
Promotional materials
Adult Learners Week promotional materials – posters, brochures and marketing pack – are available to support promotions of ALW events, and adult learning in general. Use the order form [Word 916KB] or contact our office. The colour poster and brochure can be viewed on the media room pages on the national ALW website.
Contact
Email: adultlearnersweek@education.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6233 8272
Adult Learners' Week is supported by the Department of Education in Tasmania, with funding from the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations and is nationally coordinated by Adult Learning Australia.
Adult Learners Week Calendar 2005