November 10th, 2021Learn Local finalists announced

A pool of 25 finalists has been announced in the 15th annual Victorian Learn Local Awards, recognising excellence
in the adult community education sector.
Finalists have been named across eight categories, whose achievements illustrate how adult and community
education changes the lives of Victorians. Additional categories at this year’s event recognise innovation, leadership
and local partnerships.
The finalists represent the diversity of skills and training provided by the sector across different vocations in all
parts of metropolitan and regional Victoria, including Mildura, Horsham, Ballarat, Shepparton and Gippsland.
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.
The Learn Local Awards is presented by the Adult, Community and Further Education Board and shine a spotlight
on the industry and its learners, trainers and leaders.
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.
See all the finalists and find out more at vic.gov.au/learn-local-awards. Winners will be announced in December.
Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney congratulated all finalists.

“The Learn Local Awards are a chance for them, and the whole adult education
sector, to celebrate their successes and resilience throughout the challenges of the pandemic.”