An ESOL course at the Manchester College was the first step for Aman, and now she's got her sights set on studying diagnostic radiography at university.

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Mark Malcomson, Principal at @citylit.bsky.social, shares his thoughts on the impact of long-term underfunding in adult education and the challenges it presents for the future of the sector.

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In this video, Karen Turley, Principal of South Staffordshire College, explains how long-term underfunding has affected the college’s ability to meet growing demand for adult education.

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Learn how returning to adult education helped Deonne Facey, previous student at @calderdalecollege.bsky.social, rebuild her confidence, gain new skills, return to employment and inspire others in her community.

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Adult education is about so much more than progression into work.

For Simba, attending @citylit.bsky.social has given him the confidence to realise he could write his own music.

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Show your support for the campaign and help spread the message that adult learning pays - for individuals, employers, communities and the economy.

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“Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s or 70s, there should always be a wide range of opportunities available to help you upskill,” says Helen Perry, adult learner turned teacher at York College.

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In this video, Gerry McDonald, Group Principal and CEO of New City College, explains the impact of long-term underfunding on adult education - and why a broader entitlement to adult learning is needed.

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There are only two weeks left until our week of action for #AdultLearningPays.

From 19-23 October, we’ll be highlighting why adult learning matters and making the case for a system fit for the future.

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Our week of action for #AdultLearningPays is coming.

Colleges, learners, employers, local leaders and partners will come together to champion the value of adult learning.

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