This week research reveals increasing numbers of young people are moving back home with their parents, rural seniors are at increasing risk of social isolation and migrant groups moving to regional Australia are revitalising local communities. This week's ACE news is full of stories that highlight how adult and community education has a vital role to play in strengthening communities and helping people learn and adapt to change.

The UALL Conference has a reputation for offering opportunities for practitioners and researchers to present their work to the academic community. Proposals are invited on any of the strands of the conference theme. They may describe and discuss innovative developments and practice, and/or empirical or theoretical research. You are encouraged to take into account your own working context when submitting your proposals. Proposals are welcome from those working in different countries and learning contexts.