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Ian – WEA Learner
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A new lease on life

August 1st 2023

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Progressing every day, step by step

April 5th 2023

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Amazing online learners working together

April 5th 2023

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A real feeling of freedom

April 5th 2023

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Gaining confidence day by day

July 10th 2024

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Planting footsteps to follow

July 2nd 2024

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Skills for Work

Straight into work after studying with the WEA

June 29th 2024

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From Pakistan to the WEA and beyond

June 20th 2024

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Sparking conversations and connections

June 20th 2024

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Colin
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Improving health and making friends through creative writing

June 20th 2024

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From refugee to community leader

June 14th 2024

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Finding community through education

June 11th 2024

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A love for learning and language

June 11th 2024

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“To be honest, she is just awesome”

November 22nd 2023

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Finding the confidence to care again

November 22nd 2023

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Sewing for stress relief

November 20th 2023

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It all began with one class

June 24th 2024

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A love for learning in the local community

June 27th 2024

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Building on business aspirations

June 27th 2024

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Peter
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Letting creativity flow

November 20th 2023

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Skills for Life

Learning to improve mental health

June 27th 2024

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Jamie
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Skills for Work

Returning to learning - a second chance at education

November 20th 2023

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Crafting for wellbeing

June 27th 2024

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Building connections into lasting friendships

June 27th 2024

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Blog > Languages and culture

The benefits of reading

Author: Priyanki Patel

August 9th 2024

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Blog > Government

Get involved - help change the future of adult learning

Author: Simon Parkinson

July 22nd 2024

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News > Events

Southampton learners pick up City Council Awards

July 22nd 2024

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Blog > Arts and crafts

History of the art of macramé

Author: Priyanki Patel

July 20th 2024

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Blog > Humanities and Science

Climate change: debunking key myths surrounding global warming

Author: Lee Armon

July 20th 2024

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Blog > Learning for life

Find your confidence to learn again

Author: April Cheung

July 18th 2024

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Blog > Learning for life

Learn as you listen: Our pick of the 10 best educational podcasts for adults

Author: Kay Field

July 17th 2024

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Blog > Learning for work

8 personal qualities that make a healthcare worker

Author: April Cheung

July 10th 2024

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Blog > Thought of the week

Why are bees so buzzing important?

Author: Priyanki Patel

July 9th 2024

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