The network we want: How IDEA members act together

Description: We are all challenged by the increasingly turbulent world we work in; genocide in Palestine, war in Europe, the rise of the far-right including in Ireland and climate breakdown. As the IDEA network, we may have differences of opinion about the best courses of action; as IDEA, as independent organisations, and even within member organisations. How as a network are we to engage in debate with each other and how do we want to act as a collective? What type of network and culture do we want in IDEA for the next 20 years? Join this workshop to consider some of the challenges in responding to the crises of our time and how we engage and act collectively on them. In an increasingly polarised and turbulent world – what is the IDEA we want?

Facilitator: Mark Cumming, GCE consultant

A Guiding Principles approach to laying the foundation for GCE

Description: WorldWise Global Schools Guiding Principles are a toolkit to help tackle the complexities of GCE with creativity and impact. This workshop will showcase hands- on activities aligned with each Principle, and discussion on how this approach can contribute to the future of GCE. 

Facilitator: Laura Power, WorldWise Global Schools. 

Envisioning the future of GCE

Description: This workshop will provide space to think critically and creatively about the future we're collectively working towards in the Global Education community. Participants will have space to take stock and consider the needs and priorities that could and should guide the future of our work, and what might support the realisation of that vision using creative methodologies. 

Facilitator: Vicky Donnelly, GCE facilitator

Decolonising Justice: Connecting racial equity, philanthropy, and migration for a global Ireland

Description: In this interactive workshop, Bronwyn and Mdahyelya will guide participants through a critical exploration of the interconnections between racial justice, philanthropy, migration, and decolonisation within global and Irish contexts. The workshop will delve into how historical and ongoing colonial legacies influence contemporary issues of racial equity and social justice in Ireland and beyond.

Facilitator #1:  Mdahyelya Bassi, freelance trainer.

Decolonising Justice: Connecting racial equity, philanthropy, and migration for a global Ireland

Description: In this interactive workshop, Bronwyn and Mdahyelya will guide participants through a critical exploration of the interconnections between racial justice, philanthropy, migration, and decolonisation within global and Irish contexts. The workshop will delve into how historical and ongoing colonial legacies influence contemporary issues of racial equity and social justice in Ireland and beyond.

Facilitator #2: Bronwyn April, freelance trainer.