Dynamic Dialogues, Vibrant Literacies: 

Reflect, Connect, Grow.

ACAL 2023 Conference • Adelaide • Thu Sept 7 and Fri Sept 8

Sponsorship and displays

In 2023 the Australian Council for Adult Literacy (ACAL) will hold its 45th annual conference In Adelaide across two venues: U City and TAFE SA. ACAL is the national organisation that promotes adult literacy and numeracy policy and practice through providing research, advocacy, debate, and professional development to practitioners in the field. For forty-five years, ACAL has provided a forum for language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills (LLND) organisations and providers from across the country to advocate for the needs of learners and provide forums and webinars for LLND professionals.

In this prospectus you will find more information about how you can contribute to the success of the 2023 ACAL Conference – Dynamic Dialogues, Vibrant Literacies: Reflect, Connect, Grow.

Adult literacy is a significant issue in Australia with approximately 7.3 million (44.4%) of Australians aged 15 to 74 years having literacy skills that make everyday tasks difficult (ABS, 2013). Further to this, an additional 1 in 3 Australians (30 %) have literacy skills that make them vulnerable to unemployment and social exclusion. The impacts of low levels of adult literacy in a gig economy and society are of critical concern for individuals, employers, industry, policy makers, health providers and educational institutions. The ACAL conference will bring together delegates from across Australia and New Zealand. This is a great opportunity for sponsors to partner with ACAL to promote their services and provide support for adult literacy in Australia. Your message will reach managers, teachers, volunteers, Government representatives, and support staff from across a range of youth, adult education and community providers, libraries and registered training organisations from around Australia.

In addition to the delegates attending the conference in person, the ACAL subscriber list, totalling in excess of 1,800 subscribers, will receive information about your sponsorship. This is a unique opportunity to reach members and subscribers from across every state and territory of Australia who have an interest in adult language, literacy, numeracy, digital skills and employability skills.

The conference

The conference will begin on Thursday 7 September and conclude on Friday 8 September (International Literacy Day). The conference program offers a two-day exploration of new research and practice into teaching skills to learners in adult education with keynote speakers, presentations and workshops each day.

Who will attend?

Each year the ACAL conference is held in a different state with numbers ranging between 100-250 in-person delegates. Attendees may be teachers, vocational trainers, curriculum designers, managers, Government representatives, volunteer tutors, librarians, academics, researchers, and postgraduate students. They work in a range of sites including Learn Locals, Neighbourhood Houses, Community Colleges, TAFEs, libraries, universities and private providers. The conference provides an opportunity for practitioners from around the country to come together and discuss important issues pertaining to the adult literacy field, as well as share experiences and build new networks.

The venues

Thursday: TAFE SA, Currie Street, Adelaide

Thursday and Friday:  U City, Franklin Street, Adelaide.

Sponsorships on offer

You are invited to partner with ACAL by selecting a sponsorship option outlined below. All benefits are subject to change and variations can be negotiated to suit your products and services.

Platinum Sponsor – $8,000 (incl. GST) one sponsor – exclusive

The Platinum sponsor will receive:

  • Acknowledgment by the President at the official opening and closing ceremonies of the conference
  • Acknowledgment and promotion as the Platinum Sponsor in Conference communication material and social media in the months preceding the conference and post publications
  • Four complimentary conference tickets
  • A list of contact details of all consenting conference delegates
  • Opportunity to address the conference delegates
  • A link to your organisation’s website for the duration of conference promotion
  • An opportunity for editorial and a link to your organisation’s website in the ACAL electronic newsletters (database 2,000+)
  • Display banners in prominent positions for the duration of the conference
  • Exhibition table (see below) in the prime position to maximise engagement with delegates for the conference

Gold Sponsor – $5,000 (incl. GST) (up to two sponsors)

The Gold sponsorship opportunity will provide you with:

  • Acknowledgment by the President at the official opening and closing ceremonies of the conference
  • Acknowledgment and promotion as a Gold Sponsor in all Conference communication material and social media in the months preceding the conference and post publications
  • Two complimentary conference tickets
  • A list of contact details of all consenting conference delegates
  • Display of banners
  • A link to your organisation’s website for duration of conference promotion
  • An exhibition table (see below) in a prime position

Silver Sponsor – $2,500 (incl. GST)

Silver sponsors will receive:

  • Acknowledgment in welcome by the President
  • Acknowledgment as a Silver Sponsor in all Conference communication material and social media
  • One complimentary conference ticket
  • An exhibition table (see below)

Bronze Sponsors – $1,000 (incl. GST)

  • Acknowledgment as a Bronze Sponsor in all Conference communication material and social media
  • An exhibition table (see below) with allocation of two staff passes

Table Display Only – $500 (incl GST)

Morning and afternoon teas and lunch will be held in the exhibition area, providing sponsor and supporter access to an immediate audience and resources and information to delegates. Exhibitors have the opportunity to hold a Table Display. The exhibition at U City will be open from 12pm Thursday and all day Friday. Spaces are limited. This will include:

  • One display table
  • 2 of your own pull up banners (to be provided by sponsor)
  • Listing on the conference website as an exhibitor
  • Included in this display opportunity is catering for 1 person per display per day but not attendance at conference sessions or addresses.

Your own sponsorship option

We would be happy to discuss a customised sponsorship to meet your organisation’s needs. Please contact us at info@acal.edu.au to discuss.

NOTE: ACAL reserves the right to decline sponsorship offers

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