Phase 1: September 12-30, 2011, Stockholm and Uppsala, Sweden
Phase 2: Nov. 21 – Dec. 2, 2011 / Dec. 5 – 16, 2011, WESSA (SADC-REEC), South Africa / CEE, India
The main objective of the programme is to provide an opportunity to exchange knowledge and experiences in ESD (Education for Sustainable Development) in the formal education sector. The programme aims at increasing understanding of the different dimensions of Sustainable Development (ecological, socialcultural and economical) and the educational responses needed. The training programme has a rights perspective including issues such as human and child rights, democracy, equity and poverty reduction.
The total duration of the programme is 9–12 months out of which 5 weeks are scheduled. The Swedish component will take place between September 12–30, 2011 in Stockholm and Uppsala. The two regional follow-up sessions will be in South Africa and India.
Ramboll Natura has the overall responsibility and cooperates with WESSA/SADC REEP in South Africa and CEE India for planning and implementation.
The Training Programme caters for southern Africa (with a current focus on D.R. Congo, Malawi, Mozambique Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania and Zimbabwe) and southern and eastern Asia (with a current focus on Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, P. R. China and Vietnam).
The programme is intended for decision makers, planners, specialists, trainers and managers involved in formulation and implementation of ESD at all levels of the formal education system – from primary education to teacher education.
The programme will cover all training cost such as lectures, literature, documentation, study tours and certain social activities as well as accommodation and food. International travel cost to and from Sweden and India or South Africa will be covered by SIDA.
The closing date for application is February 7, 2011. To download the application form, visit this link.
For more information, visit this link.
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