Wollongong City Libraries has launched a new program aimed at helping people in our community who struggle with everyday challenges like reading a bus or train timetable, filling in forms, or reading to their kids.
Read and Write for Life has been developed in collaboration with the Reading Writing Hotline, Australia’s national referral and advisory service for adults wanting to improve their literacy.
Recently 10 volunteers have worked with the library to complete a comprehensive adult literacy tutor training course and are ready to be paired with locals ready to take their first step.
“For anyone who left school early or maybe had bad experiences of school, it can be a huge step to come back to learning,” said Sarah Taylor, Manager Libraries and Community Facilities.
