MALA is a non-profit, voluntary and independent organisation offering educational and social opportunities for adults who seek non-vocational opportunities to continue learning in Perth and Mandurah (including the surrounding Peel & Rockingham regions) of Western Australia.

MALA provides engaging programs on a wide tapestry of topics including aspects of history, literature, science, art, environmental issues, politics, culture, philosophy, languages, nature studies, religion, music, contemporary issues and more.  

Lecturers are all experts in their field and are chosen on the basis of their understanding of our learning requirements. We try to engage qualified and highly experienced lecturers who appreciate the difference between lecturing to tertiary students and delivering lectures to mature adults who are coming along by their own choice!

Our many MALA members represent a diverse spectrum of our community, often with a wealth of personal experiences themselves.

There are no examinations, no educational prerequisites, no set homework and no embarassing questions - just diverse and appealing lectures intended to interest and stimulate mature adults.  

You may enrol in any course that interests you, and no prior experience is needed nor expected.   Laughter and enjoyment are part and parcel of the deal!  

Occasional dinners, tours and interesting outings may be organised for those who wish to participate.

Because MALA is a totally non-profit organisation all course fees are kept as low as we possibly can.

Cognisant of the present high cost of living, your MALA committee has decided to not charge a separate membership subscription in 2024.

The only fees to be charged are an enrolment fee for each course, activity or event that you wish to participate in.

A sliding scale of Course enrolment fees is to be used by Perth Branch, so there are savings if you enrol (at the one time) in 3 or 4 courses together.

Once enrolled, you will automatically go onto our email mailing list, unless you request otherwise.

If you are interested in receiving course outlines, information and enrolment details by email, but are not ready to enrol just yet, please click HERE.

Or, if you prefer, simply visit this website regularly to view what is on offer at either Perth or Peel.

WHY MALA?

MALA is an acronym for the legally incorporated association Mature Adults Learning Association (Inc).    Some 41-43 years ago, the organisation was formed by community members for a community of mature adults wishing to continue learning for the pleasure, knowledge, health and social benefits it brings.

Members and lecturers to MALA acknowledge the original First Nation custodians of the lands on which we meet, and are aware of the rufus hare-wallaby known as mala, and we show great respect for the ancestral and current significance it holds for many First Nation peoples.

Our use of the acronym is not a reference to the animal itself nor of its significance to First Nation peoples.

"MALA" is now a Registered Trademark of Mature Adults Learning Association in Australia.

MALA

has branches in Perth & Peel

OFFERING SERIOUSLY BENEFICIAL LEARNING, DELIVERED IN A REALLY ENJOYABLE WAY