Adult Learners' Week in the Yorkshire and Humber
The Group's purpose is
- to help raise the profile of adult learning in the Region
- arrange annual celebration events in Adult Learners' Week to recognise the achievements of adult learners in the Region
- promote the awards nominations process for Adult Learners' Week
- work with local and regional organisations to raise their profile by offering them the opportunity of having Adult Learners' Week Awards in their name
- act as a contact point for the distribution of information from NIACE and other bodies
- facilitate a network of adult education providers
- when funding permits., support local organisations to provide Adult Learners' Week activities
- act as a focal point for local media.
The Group operates through a voluntary Executive Committee and holds open meetings at least three times per year to which interested colleagues in the Region are invited.
The Group has a part time Regional Co-ordinator and a part-time
Administrator whose contact details are as follows
Regional Co-ordinator: Godfrey Sutcliffe Tel 01924 478663, email
godfreysutcliffe@tiscali.co.uk
Administrator: Dena Coe Tel 01924 332431, email
dena.coe@tiscali.co.uk
If you wish have further details of Adult Learners Yorkshire and Humber or wish to be added to our contact list please get in touch with either of the above. The regional Awards Presentation event for Adult Learners' Week 2008 will be held at the Leeds Town Hall on Tuesday 20 May when regional NIACE awards and local awards will be presented. Please contact the Regional Co-ordinator for further details.