"Whadya mean Close the Gap"

Forum * October 1, 2009


Whadya mean Close the Gap

Whadya mean Close the Gap? is the theme of the pre-conference forum on Thursday 1st October. The forum will build a more sophisticated understanding of how Aboriginal language use is affecting educational outcomes. In particular, it will focus on the achievement of literacy for Aboriginal people and the impact of success or failure on wider social and community objectives. As the forum is hosted by ACAL, many participants will bring an adult education background to the process. However, these issues are too large for educators to tackle alone. Other delegates are invited to contribute from the wider community including employers, Indigenous Affairs, language centres, justice, health and other education sectors.

Early Bird registrations close 19 August. Get in early, save money and make sure you are booked in for the sessions you want! Book online <http://www.waalc.org.au/09conf/reg.htm> or call Conference Organiser Mike Hewitt on (61) 8 9295 1980


Forum registration and details <http://www.waalc.org.au/09conf/preconf.htm>