Jey Ehrenhalt is a Minneapolis-based writer and focused on social justice education. They are the communications and development manager for the Zinn Education Project, a U.S.-based initiative that provides free teaching resources on people’s history and social movements. Jey previously served as a senior program manager for school partnerships at the Southern Poverty Law Center and has written for education publications including NCTE's Council Chronicle and SPLC's Learning for Justice.
Webinar Series - ‘Exploring Contemporary Issues through Global Citizenship Education 3: Resistance to Imperialism
Date: Thursday, 14 May, 12.00–1.30pm
Location: Online
Registration is now open for the third webinar in our series, Exploring Contemporary Issues through Global Citizenship Education, titled Resistance to Imperialism on Thursday, 14 May, 12.00pm - 1.30pm, online.
Imperialism is the primary contradiction facing the globe, and the split of the world into two poles, the imperialists and the anti-imperialists, is going to continue to shape our revolutionary struggles both within and between countries and between the Global North and South.
Resistance to Imperialism is occurring everywhere, locally and globally. This webinar will inspire and give hope to our education work with examples from Minneapolis (USA), the Sahel States and the Lebanon.
Register below!
Open Space Enquiry (OSPe)
This webinar is part of IDEA's ongoing commitment to fostering inclusive, participatory spaces for dialogue and learning. The webinar uses Open Space Enquiry (OSPe), an approach that encourages open, curiosity-driven conversation and reflection. We aim to create a respectful space where diverse voices, experiences, and methods can be explored in the spirit of learning, critical thinking, and global citizenship.
Disclaimer
The views, opinions, and perspectives expressed by any speaker, host, facilitator, trainer or participant in IDEA webinars, seminars, events, talks, trainings, workshops, videos or podcasts are solely those of the individual(s) concerned. These views do not necessarily reflect IDEA's official policy, position, or values, its National Council, its members, funders, or partner organisations. IDEA provides platforms for dialogue and learning in the spirit of critical engagement, inclusivity, and diversity of thought. The hosting or facilitation of any individual, group or event does not constitute endorsement of any specific viewpoint expressed.
Speakers
Mikaela Nhondo Erskog is a researcher and editor at Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research and co-coordinator of its Pan-Africa office. She serves on the secretariat of Pan-Africanism Today, which coordinates the regional articulation of the International People's Assembly, and on the coordination committee of No Cold War, a peace platform promoting multipolarity and global cooperation. She is currently a PhD candidate at the School of International Relations and Public Affairs at Fudan University.
Hussein Assaf is a Beirut-based Lebanese journalist, writer, and editor-in-chief of Vocal Politics, an independent media platform focused on anti-imperialism, Global South affairs, and liberation movements across West Asia.
Moderator
Leigh Brady manages IDEA’s Policy & Advocacy work. This includes championing Development Education via Vision 2030, and developing policy submissions with our members and working groups. Leigh is staff contact for the IDEA Formal Education Working Group. She is an international development professional with 18 years of experience in human rights and participatory and accountable governance, and has 15 years of experience in advocacy.
Date: Tuesday 01 December, 10.00am – 3.30pm Location: Richmond Barracks, Inchicore, Dublin 8, D08 YY05 IDEA is looking forward to welcoming all members of the Code of Good Practice for Development Education to our next Code network meeting on Tuesday 1 December, in Richmond Barracks in Inchicore, Dublin. There are places for two representatives, staff, volunteers, etc., from each Code member. One of the commitments in joining the Code is to contribute to the Community of Practice for this Code, including sharing successes and learning with other Code members and attending at least one of two Code network meetings annually. If you have questions, please contact code@ideaonline.ie. Register below!
IDEA, in partnership with Concern Worldwide, is undertaking research on Global North-South partnerships in Global Citizenship Education/ Development Education, with a focus on collaborations between organisations on the island of Ireland and organisations and communities in the Global South. The research aims to identify good practices and develop practical guidance that can support organisations in strengthening equitable partnerships as central to quality GCE/DE. The research looks at the ways organisations, educators and learners collaborate and work together on educational activities that enable them to understand the root causes of injustice and inequality at local and global levels, and prepare them to engage and build a more just and sustainable future; and at how these collaborations are guided by principles such as mutual learning, solidarity, and an understanding of how local and global issues, people, and systems are interconnected. We would greatly value your contribution to this research whether your organisation has developed such partnerships or not, as the barriers or concerns will also be considered. Your contribution will help inform IDEA´s ongoing work to support the sector and IDEA members, while also informing Concern Worldwide's Global Citizenship Education programme. Findings will be shared (in an aggregate manner or with prior permission) in a hybrid workshop in Dublin's Carmelite Centre on 25 November 2026. You can contribute by: Completing a short survey , following this link: Survey in English . Answers will remain anonymous, unless you decide to provide specific details of your practices for good practice sharing. Sharing this invitation with those that you think could contribute-either organisations on the island of Ireland or partners in the Global South. The survey is also available in French and Spanish. Survey in French/ Enquête en français - Survey in Spanish/Encuesta en español . Agreeing to an online interview ; approx. 30-45 minutes in September/October. Sharing information about your practice via email to Celina Del Felice* (Researcher, celinadelfelice@gmail.com and Lizzy Noone (Capacity Development Manager at IDEA, lizzy@ideaonline.ie ). Taking part in an online session to discuss the findings and provide feedback on a practical guide on the topic. If you have questions and are interested in taking part, please do not hesitate to contact Celina Del Felice (Researcher, celinadelfelice@gmail.com ) and/or Lizzy Noone (Capacity Development Manager at IDEA, lizzy@ideaonline.ie ).
IDEA is seeking a consultant to analyse data captured during the pilot of the Theory of Impact for the GCE tool. The purpose of this assignment is both to understand what the pilot data can tell us about the contribution and reach of GCE activity, and to identify what IDEA can learn from the pilot data to strengthen the quality, consistency and usefulness of future data collection. Timeframe Deadline to apply: Tuesday, 06 October, 1.00pm Initial briefing with IDEA staff: Friday, 09 October First draft of report due: Wednesday, 21 October, 1.00pm Feedback from IDEA: Thursday, 29 October Final report due: Monday, 02 November Presentation of findings (provisional dates): Members involved in the pilot and impact measurement process: Friday, 06 November Public event for IDEA members and interested stakeholders: Thursday, 19 November How to Apply Please submit: A concise CV (maximum 2-3 pages) A proposal outlining: Relevant experience Referees for similar work A brief description of your proposed methodology The proposed number of days required Details of staff involved (where relevant) Your fee Please send your completed application to lizzy@ideaonline.ie and elaine@ideaonline.ie by Tuesday, 06 October, 1.00pm. The full terms of reference is here
