The WEA are a national educational charity with a mission to bring adult education within reach of everyone who needs it, fighting inequality and promoting social justice.

Founded in 1903, the WEA supports lifelong learning, not just to gain skills for work, but also to build resilience, confidence, and community. 

For media requests for a WEA spokesperson, learners with incredible impact stories, or to find out more about our work contact us: 

Eve Ragout, [email protected], Natalie Coleman, [email protected] or the team via [email protected] 

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WEA responds to the Milburn Report

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Instructure (Canvas) cyber security incident: Full access restored 

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Update on our Board of Trustees

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WEA launches pioneering campaign to champion need for Lifelong Learning strategy

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WEA responds to Greater Lincolnshire's decision to cut ESOL provision from 2027

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WEA partners with Good Things Foundation to tackle digital inclusion beyond access

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WEA responds to the Association of College's new report on how colleges can build a healthier society

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WEA responds to the Autumn Budget

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WEA responds to the Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper