On Friday morning we engaged in a reflective process using photo portraits buy Stephen McCurry
his describes his portraits.
Participants were invited to think about their feeling as they look towards the remainder of the programme and to choose an image that resonated with them as they look forward.
We spent some time looking at the Context of Development Education.
We looked at the Irish Aid strategy for Development Education
We also looked at the following links
https://www.ideaonline.ie/
The Irish Development Education Association (IDEA) is the national network for Development Education in Ireland and a leading voice for the sector. We represent over 100 members involved in the practice, promotion and advancement of Development Education in formal, non-formal and informal settings. Together we work to strengthen Development Education in Ireland and to raise awareness of the crucial role it has to play in achieving an equal, just and sustainable future.
And also explored the European context
We had discussion around the following themes
-The Irish formal education context compared to other countries and the potential and challenges related embedding Development Education.
-The role of Government, organisations and citizens in influencing policy and access to education for Global citizenship. Top down and bottom up influence
-The role of Government, organisations and citizens in influencing policy and access to education for Global citizenship. Top down and bottom up influence
-The need for collaboration between government departments.
We then looked at CIT CCADS strategy and how it aligns with Irish Aid Strategy.
Students gave feedback and suggestions
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The second half of the Friday afternoon introduced Peter Hussey
Artistic Director,
Crooked House Theatre Company
(incorporating Kildare Youth Theatre)
1, Main Street,
Newbridge,
County Kildare,
Ireland.
W: www.crookedhouse.ie
Crooked House Theatre Company
(incorporating Kildare Youth Theatre)
1, Main Street,
Newbridge,
County Kildare,
Ireland.
W: www.crookedhouse.ie
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