Adult and Community Education Victoria Incorporated

As the peak body and strategic voice for both RTO and nonRTO Learn Local providers in Victoria, ACEVic advocates on behalf of members for greater recognition and support for the Adult and Community Education sector. By leading and participating in conversations with funding bodies and policy makers, ACEVic ensures Adult and Community Education continues to be vibrant and responsive. ACEVic champions the work of providers and offers practical and realistic support to assist sustainability and growth of the sector. ACEVic provides regular professional development and networking sessions for members to share challenges and successes in adult and community education. ACEVic offers a stimulating and thought provoking annual conference uniting key ACE stakeholders and leading practitioners and researchers within a friendly, inclusive and fun conference/forum vibe. Our monthly newsletter keeps members abreast of changes, challenges and opportunities and we enjoy sharing good news stories from providers. Practical, individualised support and professional development workshops assist members in both the design and delivery of responsive training programs, in addition to helping with governance and management of their organisations. We are skilled at linking providers, to share resources and ideas throughout the state. We ran Sector Support and Executive Exchange sessions to enhance networking and collaboration between metropolitan and regional providers. Throughout 2024 we ran a wide variety of professional development events to support Learn Local providers and practitioners to develop their skills and knowledge in teaching literacy, numeracy and digital skills training. Our advocacy and lobbying work provide a sector voice to drive change and innovation within the Adult and Community Education sector. ACEVic acts as a conduit between grassroots providers and government and funding bodies, who we liaise with regularly, in the interests of our members.