We collect real stories from real people and organisations about what better literacy and numeracy and clearer communication has meant for them, their families and their communities.
Together, these stories show how 26Ten has made a difference for Tasmanians in a way that numbers and statistics cannot.
"Through the 26Ten program I've gained more skills and more confidence with my maths and English. I've also learnt that with the right support, it's possible to learn again."
"It is satisfying to see clients grow in confidence and self-esteem as new skills are learnt and goals achieved, things which they previously may have thought were unobtainable."
"Ditch pot boilers such as hereinafter, whereas, requisite, and all those other expressions that are just packing, and are not really necessary." (The Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG)
"It's not just about reading and writing. It's about being able to operate in the modern environment."
"This project has allowed [our staff] to take on a bigger role within the business ... and it's really given them more confidence in what they're doing, knowing they can work it out for themselves."
"What I've learned is just to believe in myself. And if you need help, ask for it."
"It changes their world. It takes people from 'oh this is as good as it gets,' to 'well maybe I could do something more than this.' And that's magic. So if your organisation has any possibility of getting a 26Ten project, run with it."
"Once I started doing it, it was pretty easy. Not as scary as I thought. Making my life easier, less work for me and more productive."
Nicole Alley likes to tell stories and if the stories are inspirational and encourage people to support building skills at work, then all the better.
"I said you can't read can you, and he said no. I said well, don't be embarrassed about that. We'll help you through this."
"It helped me improve my job in the factory and made it so that I can go higher up in the factory too."
"I really enjoy seeing people's confidence soar when their literacy improves, and they suddenly realise what they are capable of."
