The Tasmanian Government is helping adults build the literacy and numeracy skills they need for everyday life, with the release of a new state-wide strategy.
Minister for Education, Jo Palmer, said the Adult Literacy Strategy - 26TEN 2026-2035, sets goals and priorities for adult literacy over the next nine years.
"Literacy is the foundation for learning, working and participating in community life," Minister Palmer said.
"We rely on reading and writing skills every day, whether it's shopping, using technology or supporting children with their homework.
"We know that when people improve their literacy, everything improves. Their work opportunities, their confidence, and their connection to their community.
"Our Government is delivering for Tasmanians by making support more accessible and giving them the tools they need to build confidence and capability with reading and writing."
The Adult Literacy Strategy - 26TEN 2026-2035 will focus on strengthening public awareness, partnerships, and fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
Priorities of the strategy include making plain English training more accessible, supporting people from non-English speaking backgrounds with spoken English, and working with parents to help them better support their children's learning and development needs.
"Our last adult literacy strategy exceeded targets and has supported thousands of adults to build their literacy and numeracy skills," Minister Palmer said.
"Over the past 10 years, more than 360 plain English workshops have been held, supporting training for 3524 participants.
"We know this important work also delivers significant results across our community, with more than 1300 businesses and individuals engaging with 26TEN."
The strategy is overseen by the 26Ten Coalition made up of members from various sectors including agriculture, law, aged care, building and construction, vocational education, and government.
The Adult Literacy Strategy - 26TEN 2026-2035 is available at the 26TEN website.
