The European Wergeland Centre

Ways forward for Human Rights Education in Europe and Asia

Human Rights Education has progressed in both Europe and Asia, but there are still many unresolved issues. EWC’s Executive Director Ana Perona-Fjeldstad presented trends, common challenges and possible ways forward at the 19th Informal ASEM Seminar on Human Rights Education & Training in Tromsø, Norway 4-6 November.

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EWC hosts study visit led by Ukrainian Minister of Education and Science

On November 11-12 EWC welcomed a delegation led by Ukraine’s Minister of Education and Science, Hanna Novosad. The purpose of the visit was to get familiar with the Norwegian pre-school system, as Ukraine is planning to develop a new strategy for this sector.

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New EWC Project launched in Athens

“Schools for All – Integration of Refugee Children in Greek Schools” officially launched in Athens on October 31st, marking the start of 3 years of training and mentoring for up to 150 secondary schools in Greece with reception classes for refugee children.

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«Educating for Democracy and Human Rights»

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EWC activities and services are free and open for all 47 member states of the Council of Europe.

Together with our partners we respond to actual needs in education, creating sustainable impact for a democratic culture. We believe that education can provide the skills people need to live peacefully in diverse societies and be active democratic citizens.