Almost €30,000 has been allocated to innovative projects in Donegal supporting adults with unmet literacy needs.
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Boosting literacy skills through DIY
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Mobile hubs for digital literacy
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A project to drive inclusion for those with unmet literacy needs
The announcement was by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Patrick O’Donovan TD today, who said: “The innovation and diversity shown by these projects is fantastic to see and highlights the importance of having fun through learning, whether that is through music, arts, or comedy.
“This creative approach will help to reach communities such as older adults, members of the Traveller community, or persons experiencing addiction.”
Yvonne McKenna, Director of Adult Literacy for Life in SOLAS said: “Literacy needs are greater than many people realise, in Ireland, one in six adults has unmet literacy needs which can affect their everyday lives – this includes being unable to fill in a form, understand health information, help kids with homework or use the internet.
“These projects are helping adults across Ireland to build their confidence with literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy skills.
“The initiatives also demonstrate the importance of cross-community collaboration at local level. This funding will help a range of learners including older adults, Travellers, migrants, lone parents, and early school leavers gain access to key supports to benefit their needs to participate more fully in society.”
