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About

About Adult and Community Education Victoria

Adult and Community Education Victoria (ACEVic) is the peak policy, advocacy and information body for the Adult Community Education (ACE) sector. 

Membership is open to Learn Local providers, including Registered Training Organisations, Neighbourhood Houses and Community Learning Centres. 

ACEVic draws strength from our key partners and our networks across the education and community sectors and with government. This depth of collaboration, ensures a strong foundation for the future sustainability of the organisation and the broader sector.

We are

Influential

ACEVic contributes to government policies and strategies on Adult and Community Education. We have significant impact on high-level decisions made in the interests of our members and Learn Local providers.

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Collaborative

ACEVic works respectfully and collaboratively to achieve beneficial outcomes for members, learners and the community. We listen to our members and reflect their voice. We are committed to supporting a united ACE sector and connecting Learn Local providers to strengthen the collective provision of Adult and Community Education.

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Accountable

ACEVic is honest and transparent with members and stakeholders. We are dependable and responsive to the changing needs of the sector and are committed to supporting Learn Local providers to achieve quality outcomes-based results.

Equitable

ACEVic works to ensure Adult and Community Education is accessible to all Victorians. We are committed to increasing levels of educational attainment throughout Victoria. Our work with Learn Local providers is undertaken with respect and integrity, supporting providers in the delivery of quality and innovative community-based education.

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Nina Bekker, Executive Officer, ACEVic
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Our Team

Meet the individuals that make up the ACEVic team …

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Our Board

Our Board

The ACEVic board comprises experienced CEOs and managers from RTO and non-RTO Learn Local providers. They are experts in adult and community education, bringing current perspectives and informed, innovative approaches to best serve the interests of our members and the sector.

BOARD EXECUTIVE

Sally Brennan

Sally Brennan

Chair

CEO, Pines Learning

Sue Geals

Sue Geals

Deputy Chair

CEO, The Centre

Tina Bampton

Tina Bampton

Secretary

General Manager, Foundation Learning Centre

Janet Claringbold

Janet Claringbold

Treasurer

CEO Mountain District Learning Centre

BOARD MEMBERS

Erin Crockett

Erin Crockett

Head of Education and Development, Windana

Bill Daly

Bill Daly

Education Centre Manager, Laverton Community Education Centre

Cliff Rundle

Cliff Rundle

Manager, North Melbourne Language & Learning NMLL

Nathan Isles

Nathan Isles

Training Manager, are-able Education and Training

Melissa Giffard

Melissa Giffard

Training Manager, Yarraville Community Centre

Robyn Matthews

Robyn Matthews

Team Leader Education and Employment, Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Services

View the latest Governance reports

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ACEVic works collaboratively with key stakeholders across the training and education system

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