Building new skills

“Before I get very nervous – now I’m waiting, waiting to get back on Monday.”
Vui came to live in Australia after the Vietnam War over 36 years ago. She could not speak or understand English. Over the years, she has found support at Yarraville Community Centre.
“I learn many things here and I’m very happy.”
Vui is currently learning how to use a computer. She has discovered that one of the biggest benefits is that she can communicate better with others.
“Now I can email my son. He can’t speak Vietnamese but we can email each other.”
For many older people, learning computers and basic internet skills is not only about accessing information. It is also a great way to keep in touch with family and friends.
“Before, I don’t know, I was nervous. Now I am using email and eBay.”
The computer and English classes at Yarraville Community Centre have become an important part of Vui’s life. She feels comfortable and has made many friends.
“The people in my class are good friends too, and I am learning many new things in the world.”
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I wasn’t super confident
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Helping more at home
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Planning an event
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Learning to be yourself
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From the factory floor
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Finding the right help
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Caring for older people
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Building new skills
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Finding fringe benefits
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Working with children
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Turning your life around
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It’s never too late
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Learning new skills
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Something for yourself
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Learning with friends
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More than gardening
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Re-igniting old ambitions
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Life changing moments
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From sewing to surfing
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Learning in a different way
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Adjusting to change
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Building confidence
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Staying up to date …
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VCAL for young mums
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Education is the promise
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Going somewhere
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An incredible journey
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A different pathway
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From there to here
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Time for reinvention
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Later life learning
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Bridges to learning
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Overcoming barriers