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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Watch our Thomas Hardy lecture for Lifelong Learning Week

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WEA responds to the Learning & Work Institute Adult Participation in Learning Survey 2023

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WEA Scotland wins prestigious COSLA Excellence Award

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It's here: watch WEA's brand new learner video

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Upcoming changes to our regional governance in England

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WEA responds to Further Education Funding and Accountability consultation publication

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WEA learner wins prestigious award: A second chance to inspire others

WEA ready for the future
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Looking forward to building on 120 years of experience

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WEA responds to Department for Education announcement on funding for courses which support confidence and wellbeing