Better literacy and numeracy means a better Tasmania for all.
Good literacy and numeracy skills improve a person’s quality of life. They make it more likely for someone to get a job, earn a good income, stay healthier and take part in family and community life.
Children do better at school when their parents can read with them and support their learning.
Communities with higher literacy levels are more resilient and earn more overall.
Businesses are more productive when their workers have good literacy skills.
Stories
Jade’s story
“It helped me improve my job in the factory and made it so that I can go higher up in the factory too.”
“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.”
“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.”