The Power of Social Capital Building social capital to stimulate positive economic and social outcomes
Children: Our FutureChanging children’s developmental trajectory through learning
Communicate to LearnRole of social media, new technologies and online learning

The Power of Social Capital

Local government, learning providers, community organisations, businesses, volunteers, social enterprises and business incubators can activate partnerships and agreements between organisations to achieve positive economic and social outcomes for people through lifelong learning.

Keynote Speaker: Dr. David McNulty

Children: Our Future

To become a society of lifelong learners where all citizens, have the best opportunities in life we must ensure all of our children have the best possible start. The conference will examine research and “best practice” examples that demonstrate and aspire to positive changes to children’s developmental trajectory through learning.

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Sharon Goldfeld

Communicate to Learn

If Australia is to be competitive globally and we are to give our citizens the best opportunity, individuals and organisations need to find creative ways to utilise social media, cutting edge software, communication technologies and online learning.

Keynote Speaker: ‘Ms Megabyte’ Yvonne Adele CSP

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From the ALCN Conference Blog

Terry Bracks to attend Conference Dinner

Posted on September 14th, 2012

Terry Bracks Founding Chair of Western Chances will be speaking at the Conference Dinner. The Dinner will assist in raising scholarships for talented but disadvantaged Western Suburbs young people. Tickets available at $150.

Thanks to FJMT architects, LeadWest and Brimbank Melton LLEN for their support.

Terry Bracks AM B.Ed, GradDip AppSC

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Does your community have a vision for lifelong learning and community learning plan for action?

Posted on August 15th, 2012

Do you know that there are a growing number of Local Governments across Australia developing Community Learning Plans? Why are they developing them? Because they see the significant social and economic benefits that come from people and organisations working together for a common goal. The Shire of Melton’s Building Melton...