One World Network North East Now have their own web site at www.ownne.org

 


 

 

One World Network North East

supports the global dimension in North East Schools

We aim to:

"Fulfil the entitlement of young people in the North East to global education empowering them to act as responsible global citizens, able and committed to shaping the world of the future in the interests of all."

What is Global Education?

  • Learning that links peoples' lives worldwide
  • Teaching that is informed by international issues
  • Young people can examine their own attitudes and values
  • Skills develop which combat prejudice and discrimination
  • It motivates and builds confidence for participation in the local and global community.

Key Concepts

  • Social Justice
  • Values and Perceptions
  • Citizenship
  • Interdependence
  • Diversity
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Human Rights
  • Sustainable Development

We support teachers by

  • Raising the profile of the global dimension with Local Education Authorities and schools.
  • Creating a Network of practitioners offering training and classroom support across the region.
  • Creating a directory of global dimension projects working in North East Schools
  • Providing Training which supports curriculum-based Global School Partnerships that link schools in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean and Pacific.
  • Ensuring local access to high quality teaching and learning resources.

CONTACT US

 Averil Newsam 

The Esh Winning Eco-Learning Centre, Esh Winning Primary School, The Wynds, Esh Winning, County Durham, DH7 9BE

Telephone: 0191 373 9799

Email: a.newsam100@durhamlea.org.uk