Coonara seeks to foster a safe, supportive, friendly environment which inspires personal confidence and empowerment for individuals. Coonara encourages community participation and is committed to providing opportunities which are relevant and accessible to all. Coonara became a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in 1995, and has been the recipient of many awards for its quality and innovative training and delivery of courses. Several trainers have also received multiple awards for excellence in training from State and other training industry bodies. Recent Awards 2013 Eastern Metropolitan Region Learn Local Legend Award 2012 Adult Learning Provider of the Year - Adult Learning Australia 2011 Victorian Learn Local Outstanding Organisation Award - finalist 2009 Finalist Innovation in ACE learning Victorian Adult Community Education Awards 2006 Eastern Metropolitan Adult Community and Further Education Provider of the year 2006 Finalist Outstanding organisation Victorian Adult Community Education Awards