Colin's story
“As a former high school teacher, I can fully appreciate the benefits the individualised learning experience the 26Ten, Libraries Tasmania program affords.
I personally find it rewarding to be able to offer the flexibility of content across both literacy and numeracy our clients need, at both a time and place convenient to them, in an encouraging atmosphere.
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.”
There are over 1300 adult literacy volunteers around Tasmania. They work with Libraries Tasmania to support people who want to build their skills in reading, writing, spelling and maths. If you are interested in finding out more, head to our Volunteer with 26Ten page.
More success stories:
Peter's award for adult literacy work
"Every step, that's a step forward. Even if it's two steps forward and one step back, every bit of progress goes toward building that person, and that's just a huge reward to see that."
The benefits and joy for all of training in the workplace
"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."