We seek to increase the visibility, raise the voice of, and promote the value of adult learning.
The Lifelong Learning participation rate rate among adults stands at
12% in 2020
down from 15% in 2019
Community education empowers learners to to increase agency, capacity and self-confidence
engage in their community
to increase agency, capacity and self-confidence
Almost
400
members nationwide
useful resources
ISSUED IN March 2023
Lifelong Learning Participation in Ireland: A Focus on Marginalised and Vulnerable Groups - 2023
ISSUED IN March 2023
Stepping Stones and Stable Roots: The Versatile and Enduring Strength of Community Education Policy Brief - Adult Learners' Festival 2023
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For many adult learners, we did not have the chance to take the conventional route through education. We took the long and winding road or “scenic route” back to education. But I am proof that it can be done!
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