Global Education is education that opens people’s eyes and minds to the realities of the world, and awakens them to bring about a world of greater justice, equity and human rights for all.

Global Education is understood to encompass Development Education, Human Rights Education, Education for Sustainability, Education for Peace and Conflict Prevention and Intercultural Education.

 Definition of Global Education by the North South Centre of the Council of Europe (2002)

Characteristics of Global Education

Global Education applies the following methods;

• learner-centered approach
• participatory focus
• partnership-based
• process oriented, including anticipation, engagement, and reflection.
• experience-based learning

Global Education addresses;

• global justice
• environmental sustainability
• peace
• cultural sensitivity
• human rights

Examples of global education Activities at the Global Education Association:

• International humanitarian projects focused on health, environment, and intercultural partnerships.
• Leadership development in youth.
• Participation in workshops and seminars about global issues, sustainability and environment
• Community building projects including community garden’s and volunteering
• Ethics programmes including the Ethics in Action weekly club and annual High School conference on ethics
• Development of global issues resources and awareness building through website and community events.