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. 

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

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WEA responds to the Prime Minister's speech at Labour Party Conference

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WEA responds to today's Select Committee report on FE

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