Around 48% of Tasmanians need stronger reading, writing and maths skills to manage everyday tasks — from reading bills and forms, managing money and following workplace instructions, to applying for jobs, understanding health information, supporting children at school and feeling confident in the community.
Stronger skills make everyday life easier — and it’s never too late to learn.
What we’re doing
Glenorchy City Council is one of five 26TEN Communities, funded by the Tasmanian Government to support adult literacy and numeracy.
The Glenorchy 26TEN Community works to improve reading, writing and maths skills for work and everyday life by partnering with local businesses, community services and organisations to connect people with practical, supportive and respectful learning opportunities.
How You Can Get involved
We welcome involvement from businesses, organisations and community members.
Businesses and Organisations can:
- Create safe and supportive learning environments
- Use plain English in workplace documents
- Support staff, clients or volunteers to access learning
Individuals can:
- Help spread the word about free literacy and numeracy support
- Share ideas and experiences about building confidence
- Learn simple ways to support others and shape future activities
Your ideas and interest can help guide what happens next.
Volunteer Literacy and Numeracy Tutors Needed
Libraries Tasmania is seeking volunteer tutors to support adults building confidence in reading, writing and maths. No teaching background is required.
Find out more at the Libraries Tasmania website: Adult literacy tutoring – Libraries Tasmania
To find out more or get involved, contact the
Glenorchy 26TEN Community Coordinator at Glenorchy City Council on:
- 📞 03 6216 6800
- 📧 gccmail@gcc.tas.gov.au
- 📍 374 Main Road, Glenorchy TAS