VicLLENs - Local Learning and Employment Network Information

Local Learning and Employment Networks (LLENs) have been a strong influence in the education and training sector in Victoria, Australia, since 2001. The goal of each of Victoria’s 31 LLENs is to improve outcomes for young people, 10 – 25 years old, by increasing opportunities for their participation, attainment and successful transitions in education, training or employment. LLENs have a particular focus on young people who are at risk of disengaging, or who have already disengaged from education and training and are not in full time employment. The work of all LLENs is fundamental to ensuring that our young people are supported to aspire to and achieve the very best possible education, training and employment outcomes. LLEN stakeholder consultations clearly show that LLENs make a difference. The expertise, local knowledge and specific skill sets possessed by the LLEN network have taken years to develop and provide communities with increased capacity to address education and training needs on a local level.   WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO The Local Learning and Employment Network (LLEN) is a Victoria-wide network of 31 incorporated associations established in 2001 with two clear aims: 1. To engage in community building through cooperative approaches to community renewal and coordination of service delivery; 2. Support and build shared responsibility and ownership for post-compulsory education and training for 15–19 year olds. So, we focus on those young people who are at risk of disengaging or who have already disengaged from education and training and are not in meaningful employment. We aim to bring together employers, schools, training organisations and others to help the complex process of getting teenagers into further education, training or work.