EU/UK Youth - Stronger Together for Social Action
We are very proud to announce that GLA is currently producing the classroom resources/activity plans for the British Council’s Stronger Together for Social Action project. These could be used as part of the curriculum, in tutor time or as part of an extra-curricular activity. As part of the British Council’s Social Action strand this project is focusing on schools, through thematic events, workshops and competitions, to facilitate partnership building between schools in the UK and EU. The aim is to highlight the role of young people aged 15–18 as changemakers, active global citizens and leaders at local, national and European level.
Teacher Facilitator Notes
These notes offer suggestions for colleagues in the teacher facilitator role to support the students for all of the themes. To download the Teacher Facilitator Notes click here.
The resources, for use by schools on the project and wider schools, feature a Learn, Explore, Act structure on the following four themes:
Climate and Sustainability
The first online event for schools 'The Role of Grassroot Initiatives for Climate' took place on 8 November 2023 as part of the EU-UK Youth Stronger Together project. Almost 40 schools across the EU and the UK participated in the event, with 3 schools (from Croatia, Poland and Romania) presenting their good practice. Here are some quotes from participating students:
To download the Climate and Sustainability Resource Pack click here.
We are very proud to announce that GLA is currently producing the classroom resources/activity plans for the British Council’s Stronger Together for Social Action project. These could be used as part of the curriculum, in tutor time or as part of an extra-curricular activity. As part of the British Council’s Social Action strand this project is focusing on schools, through thematic events, workshops and competitions, to facilitate partnership building between schools in the UK and EU. The aim is to highlight the role of young people aged 15–18 as changemakers, active global citizens and leaders at local, national and European level.
Teacher Facilitator Notes
These notes offer suggestions for colleagues in the teacher facilitator role to support the students for all of the themes. To download the Teacher Facilitator Notes click here.
The resources, for use by schools on the project and wider schools, feature a Learn, Explore, Act structure on the following four themes:
Climate and Sustainability
The first online event for schools 'The Role of Grassroot Initiatives for Climate' took place on 8 November 2023 as part of the EU-UK Youth Stronger Together project. Almost 40 schools across the EU and the UK participated in the event, with 3 schools (from Croatia, Poland and Romania) presenting their good practice. Here are some quotes from participating students:
- It was an incredible experience that taught me to perceive the global warming issue from a different point of view, and I am open to offering my support for new activities that will help to prevent this problem.
- I am glad that I could participate in the activity. I was amazed by the fact that there are so many students from many schools who really want to change something. These activities motivate the students to notice that if we don't save the environment now, in the future we won't have anything left to save. They also bring people closer and open their minds to many things that are happening in our time. I hope I will be able to participate in such activities again.
- After attending with my classmates the zoom meeting, I understood better the massive problem of climate change. The presentations and the speeches were incredible. Especially, when the guests answered our questions, I felt more comfortable and close to them. All in all, it was a great experience and I am looking forward for our next meeting!
To download the Climate and Sustainability Resource Pack click here.
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Integration of Refugee Students
The second online event in this series took place on Tuesday 5th December with schools taking part from across Europe. There were some inspiring case studies presented by the students illustrating a number of methodologies for helping youngsters who arrived as refugees settle into their new schools and communities. The short YouTube video (right) shows how a school in Norwich (UK) supports refugee children. With the kind permission of the authors we also feature two presentations used during the session. For Norfolk Schools of Sanctuary click here. For Day of Welcome click here. To download the Integration of Refugee Students Resource Pack click here. |
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Fake News and Disinformation
The third online event took place on Wednesday 24th January. Once again schools took part from across Europe and some visitors to the session were from Africa and the Middle East. Particularly inspiring were the case studies where students had worked on a series of projects, often using eTwinning as a tool for their partnerships. Pictured below are stills from two of these sessions.
To download the Fake News and Disinformation Pack click here
The third online event took place on Wednesday 24th January. Once again schools took part from across Europe and some visitors to the session were from Africa and the Middle East. Particularly inspiring were the case studies where students had worked on a series of projects, often using eTwinning as a tool for their partnerships. Pictured below are stills from two of these sessions.
To download the Fake News and Disinformation Pack click here
Final session:
Breaking Gender Stereotypes in Education
The fourth online event took place on Tuesday 27th February 2024. The event aimed to raise awareness on the topic of gender stereotypes in education. Are boys really better at maths and sports than girls? Are girls naturally quieter and more well behaved? What is the reality on the ground regarding access to schooling and learning for girls and boys in the international context? Pupils across the world face these and more gender stereotypes every day. Stereotypes that could hold them back and limit their potential in the classroom and beyond. With awareness, discussion and active practice, we can break these stereotypes and achieve equality among pupils, as well as a brighter future for young people in education and the workplace.
To download the Breaking Gender Stereotypes in Education Pack click here.
Breaking Gender Stereotypes in Education
The fourth online event took place on Tuesday 27th February 2024. The event aimed to raise awareness on the topic of gender stereotypes in education. Are boys really better at maths and sports than girls? Are girls naturally quieter and more well behaved? What is the reality on the ground regarding access to schooling and learning for girls and boys in the international context? Pupils across the world face these and more gender stereotypes every day. Stereotypes that could hold them back and limit their potential in the classroom and beyond. With awareness, discussion and active practice, we can break these stereotypes and achieve equality among pupils, as well as a brighter future for young people in education and the workplace.
To download the Breaking Gender Stereotypes in Education Pack click here.