Conference "Which education for a socio-ecological transformation?"

Dear everyone,

Wojtek and I are going to this conference, come too!! It's a nice opportunity to meet and exchange ideas, and with very little financial contribution. Would be lovely to see you there (there are still some free places esp. for Greece and Poland).

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We gladly invite you to participate in our conference on education for a socio-ecological transformation! 

What? The conference brings together actors of non-formal education, activists, researchers and other actors of transition from Germany, Greece and Poland. Together they shall share their knowledge, exchange best-practice examples and discuss the question: Which education do we need for a socio-ecological transformation? The results of the conference shall be fed back into the participants’ (educational) work.

Why? We believe there is need for a more democratic, solidary and sustainable way of living and doing business in Europe and the World, one that has overcome the growth paradigm and has a “good life for all” at its core. Education can play a vital role in this transformation process. However, how should non-formal (and formal) education be designed in order to contribute to a socio-ecological transformation? What are the values, contents and methods of such education? Which pedagogic and didactic tools have proved their worth? 

How? We wish to work process-oriented and actively involve the participants. We would like to have a mix of theoretical input (key note speech), group work, and open space methods. In addition, there will be an excursion and space for integration and conviviality.

When? 30/11 – 04/12/2016

Where? International Youth Meeting Centre Krzyżowa, Poland

Who? 36 educators, activists, researchers, practitioners from the field of de-growth and sustainable living from Germany, Greece and Poland

Costs? There is a participation fee per person which includes full-board accommodation:

• Germany: 50€
• Greece: 20€
• Poland: 20€

Additionally, participants receive a grant per person to cover their travel expenses:

• Germany: 80€
• Greece: 250€
• Poland: 50€

Shuttle Bus? Please note that there is the possibility of using a shuttle bus from Berlin to Krzyżowa. It brings participants straight to the venue and is free of charge.

We wish to reduce the ecological footprint of the event. That is why we ask participants to pool together and travel by bus or train, as far as possible. We can assist you with directions.