Literacy & Numeracy Programs
Indigenous Literacy & Numeracy Program
- Build confidence
- Provide new opportunities for training & employment
- Reduce isolation from the broader community
- Close the gap in education between indigenous and non-indigenous communities
CIS delivers education programs in partnership with Colleen Holmes Learning & Development who specialise in working alongside indigenous communities.
Through the Skills Explorer learning program, students develop language, literacy, numeracy and computer skills at their own pace to help improve their employment prospects and create new avenues of positive change in all aspects of their lives.
Student Spotlight: Chaz
A passionate learner looking to improve his skills and create new opportunities, Chaz is one of our first students to join our LLN program. Living at home with his mother and four bothers and sisters, Chaz works full time as a school grounds keeper. While he enjoys working with his hands and being outdoors, he finds writing and spelling difficult. This has been a major challenge for Chaz as his current skills are limiting his ability to undertake study and explore different avenues of employment.
His positive attitude and eagerness to learn makes him ideal candidate for our program. He has already demonstrated his commitment to self-improvement by obtaining a number of machinery certificates from his experience working as a farmhand and has also obtained his drivers’ licence, another significant achievement. We look forward to seeing how Chaz progresses in his learning journey and will help him every step of the way to accomplish his goals!
The Value of Education
Literacy and numeracy rates for adults and children within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are far below the national Australian average, with regional and remote communities suffering the most. These skills form the basis of learning and are required for employment and participation in everyday life.
The education gap creates a barrier to obtaining work, as reading, writing, and arithmetic underpin almost every job role. This significantly impacts a person’s earning potential, affecting their quality of life and their families. Low socio-economic status is also linked to many other issues, including physical & mental health, income & life expectancy.
Building fundamental language, literacy and numeracy skills creates better outcomes for individuals and benefits the entire community. Education is a means of self-enablement and opportunity. We can close the gap of inequality and create meaningful change within the lives of participants.
Improved literacy and numeracy skills can also positively impact health and well-being. People who are more literate and numerate are better able to access information and communicate effectively with health professionals, which can lead to better health outcomes. In addition, increased social and economic participation can also contribute to better health outcomes, as people are more likely to have access to resources and support networks.
Indigenous Literacy & Numeracy Programs can positively impact social and economic participation. By improving literacy and numeracy skills, people are better equipped to access employment opportunities, engage with the broader community, and participate in civic life. This can increase social and economic inclusion, benefiting individuals, families, and communities.
Indigenous Literacy & Numeracy Programs can provide a range of benefits, including improved educational outcomes, increased cultural awareness and respect, enhanced community engagement, improved health and well-being outcomes, and increased social and economic participation. By supporting these programs, Community Involvement Solutions can play an essential role in improving the lives of Indigenous Australians and promoting greater social and economic inclusion.
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There are many benefits of Indigenous Literacy and Numeracy Programs. Some include:
Improved educational outcomes: Indigenous Literacy & Numeracy Programs can help Indigenous children and adults to improve their literacy and numeracy skills, which can lead to better educational outcomes, including improved performance in school and better job opportunities.
Increased cultural awareness and respect: Indigenous Literacy & Numeracy Programs can help non-Indigenous Australians to learn more about Indigenous culture and history, which can promote greater cultural awareness and respect.
Enhanced community engagement: Indigenous Literacy & Numeracy Programs can help to strengthen community engagement by bringing together Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians to work towards a common goal of improving literacy and numeracy outcomes.
Positive impact on health and well-being: Improved literacy and numeracy skills can have a positive impact on overall health and well-being, as people are better able to access information and communicate effectively with health professionals.
Increased social and economic participation: Improved literacy and numeracy skills can lead to increased social and economic participation, as people are better equipped to access employment opportunities, engage with the broader community, and participate in civic life.
Literacy and numeracy rates for adults and children within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are far below the national Australian average, with regional and remote communities suffering the most. These skills form the basis of learning and are required for employment and participation in everyday life.
The gap in education creates a barrier to obtaining work, as reading, writing and arithmetic underpin almost every job role. This significantly impacts a person’s earning potential, affecting the quality of life for themselves and their families. Low socio-economic status is also linked to many other issues including physical & mental health, income & life expectancy.
By building fundamental language, literacy and numeracy skills, we create better outcomes for individuals and benefit the entire community. Education is a means to self-enablement and opportunity. We can close the gap of inequality and create meaningful change within the lives of participants
Indigenous Literacy & Numeracy Programs are designed to address the educational challenges faced by Indigenous children and adults in Australia. These programs aim to improve literacy and numeracy skills, which are essential for success in education, employment, and other areas of life. While these programs primarily benefit Indigenous communities, they also have broader social and economic benefits for the country as a whole.
One of the key benefits of Indigenous Literacy & Numeracy Programs is improved educational outcomes. Research has consistently shown that Indigenous children in Australia have lower literacy and numeracy skills than non-Indigenous children, which can have a significant impact on their academic performance and future opportunities. By providing targeted support to Indigenous learners, Indigenous Literacy & Numeracy Programs can help to close this gap and improve overall educational outcomes.