Recently, our Read Write Now team took a trip to Northam to strengthen connections and explore ways our program can better serve the local community.
While online meetings are a fantastic way to connect, nothing beats face-to-face interaction. Meeting in person gave us a valuable sense of the community’s needs and allowed us to engage directly with those interested in becoming volunteer tutors.
During our visit, we received a new student application and successfully matched the learner with a tutor. Although online tutoring works well in regional areas, having the option to meet in community spaces adds real value. The Northam Library, located on the second floor, offers a perfect spot for tutoring—quiet, well-resourced, and complete with a cozy coffee pit-stop, making it an ideal learning environment.
We also had the pleasure of visiting the Jobs and Skills Centre inside Northam TAFE. It was great to meet and engage with key stakeholders across the campus to raise awareness of Read Write Now. We hope this encourages more adults to boost their literacy, numeracy, and digital skills, whether for study or job hunting.
Our visit reaffirmed the importance of community presence alongside digital connection, and we look forward to growing our support for learners in Northam and beyond.
