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.
"We support 26Ten’s aim of ensuring that all adults have the reading, writing and communication skills they need to live a life that’s of value to them."
"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."
“We don’t want anyone to be held back because they can’t read or write.”
26Ten has done multiple interviews with Print Radio Tasmania over the years. Listen to them here!
"With the help of my tutor, I am now a fully licensed driver. We did the practical driving as well as the written activities. I passed my driver’s test the first time! I was so excited."
"Some of the guys weren't super keen to use iPads ... but when they saw how it was going to make their jobs easier, and that it wasn't as hard as what they thought it might be, they were pretty keen to learn some new skills."
"I was so proud of myself because I sent five words to her to say how was she going, or how are you ... and now, you just do the motions on it, and you don't even know you've sent it. Yeah, thumbs up, go for it. It sounds scary, some of it still is scary for me, but go outside your comfort zone, just get into it."
"It's not just about reading and writing. It's about being able to operate in the modern environment."
"The need for our workforce to develop with technology, to be able to excel in these roles, is important."
"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."
