Research, entitled "Learning Locally", commissioned by the Barwon South-West (BSW) Adult, Community and Further Education (ACFE) Regional Council, Department of Education and Training (DET) ) in Victoria, Australia. examined the issues regarding the complexities and costs of service delivery in rural locations and considered the recent closures or mergers of a number of Learn Local Organisations (LLOs). It reports on the findings and also makes recommendations for action to support LLOs located in regional and rural areas develop viable models of delivery to ensure they are able to support the most vulnerable learners in their communities.

Outcomes:

A report and video on the outcomes of the project - featured below and attached - were forwarded to the ACFE Board and as a result of this and other research significant additional resources have now been allocated to the adult education sector in Victoria.