We frequently hear through the media and other sources that we need to develop and be conscious of our personal wellbeing and resilience. This webinar will look at exactly what is meant by these terms (what it is and what it isn’t) and give strategies that have been scientifically proven to benefit our personal […]
Globally 61 million girls continue to miss out on primary and lower-secondary school and 758 million adults lack any literacy skills; two-thirds of whom are women. If education is to contribute to addressing the urgent issues of poverty, conflict and climate change – what can be done to mobilise the will and resources needed to ensure the right of every person access to high quality affordable education and training ?
What are the Sustainable Development Goals? The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) give us the framework to deal with global issues such as poverty, equitable access to education and social injustice. Good quality and inclusive education is a powerful vehicle for sustainable development. Equal access to education that is blind to gender and social disadvantage […]
This webinar aims to develop participants’ knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the impact of culture, cultural identity and linguistic background on their education. It will also explore education programs that have successfully engaged with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adult learners. About the presenter: This session will […]
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