The Global Education Week is a unique campaign that sparks civic engagement in the spirit of solidarity aiming to contribute to a more sustainable and equitable world. Taking place annually in November, this year’s edition will be held from 18 to 24 November 2024 under the theme "Connected People for an Inclusive Planet", exploring two of the five "P's" of the Agenda 2030.
Today, environmental disasters related to climate change, such as deforestation, biodiversity loss, and pollution, are causing significant damage, especially on vulnerable populations already affected by the social consequences of our globalized economic system. (…) The human rights implications, including forced migrations and increased conflicts over scarce resources, have fueled numerous social movements and heightened international community mobilisation. At the 4th Summit of the Council of Europe in Reykjavik, Heads of State and Government reaffirmed the deep link between those human rights and the environment, emphasizing that a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment is fundamental for the full enjoyment of human rights.
The campaign is part of iLEGEND III, a joint programme co-funded by the European Union and the Council of Europe and implemented by the North-South Centre of the Council of Europe. It offers limitless opportunities for participation and aims to develop learning communities for active global citizenship. Educators, students, civil society organisations, government agencies, educational institutions and communities around the world are invited to come together and address these global challenges through local actions. This week also provides an opportunity to reflect on the complex relationships of global interdependence and collective responsibility, while valuing the contributions of each culture and individual.
The official webpage has all the information you need to get involved, either by organising an activity, taking part in other's, or by promoting Global Education. You will find resources such as the participating countries, a complete infopack as well as tips and ideas.
For more information about the activities organised near you, to register activities or for further information or materials in your language, contact your national coordinator.
Join the Global Education Week 2024 and celebrate global education as a tool to (re)connect people for an inclusive planet.
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