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."
"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."
"My grandson showed interest in hearing about my life story. This inspired me to learn to read and write. So I went to the library and was matched with a volunteer tutor who helped me start learning."
"I have really enjoyed being able to read the newspaper and so I am now able to talk to others about news articles I have read."
"Failure was not an option, though, as the future growth of each learner that I was offered was dependent upon me sending them away from each session with greater knowledge, confidence and belief in themselves."
"My family are so proud of me for working so hard and have seen a difference in me. So my advice is to go for what you love and be happy. Don't try and do it on your own, always ask for help even if you think you can't do it, keep trying."
"If I had a tutor like Anne back at school it really would have made a difference. What I’d say to others is, don’t feel ashamed. Come in and see someone. I feel better in myself, more confident. I can now go to the supermarket and add things up, read the backs of cans and know what is inside."
