By Roger Bate, Published 01/04/2005 As more aid pours in for the unfortunate victims of the Asian tsunami, there has been much hand-wringing that nations, notably the Untied States, have not done enough. But while the highly paid UN staff whips up, and the media avidly reports, big government aid
WASHINGTON The deadly tsunami in Asia struck with little warning, and so did the eruption of criticism over aid levels that followed. The critical press coverage was a surprise because disaster relief has popular support and has rarely been a controversial part of the aid budget. It is far harder
What’s the buying power of a dollar-a-day really worth? Overall winner of the 2018 Trinity College Dublin and developmenteducation.ie Development Issues series, Michael Morigi, explores the question of a dollar’s worth through Kendrick Lamar’s music, overseas aid statistics and from his life in the US. Track eleven on American rapper
In the second part of the series, John Dornan and Suzanne Bunniss explore what the value of religion or faith might be in addressing the major issues, challenges and stories we face in the 21st century?
In the fourth part of the series, John Dornan and Suzanne Bunniss explore how the equality and empowerment of women relates to religious faith and development
In November 2015, students from Mount Temple School in Dublin joined with peace and Justice group, Afri to send a powerful message to world leaders ahead of the 2015 Climate Conference in Paris (COP21)
On International Day of the Girl, Plan International works with girls to amplify their voices by staging girl “takeovers” in a mighty display of girls’ empowerment and leadership potential
The Change Lab showcases concerns of Development Education and global citizenship education as part of the teacher training in the National College of Art and Design. Report by Ciara Regan
Project Us hosts coffee conversations all over the island of Ireland, generating discussing and an exchange of ideas on how Ireland can contribute to a more sustainable world for all by 2030
Any post-Covid-19 activities, must respond to its challenges by ensuring we do not return to what we have known as “normal” life. The long read, by Tom Roche
Covid-19 highlights the importance of our Global Citizenship and Development Education. The second in a 3-part series, Colm Regan introduces 3 teaching strategies for adapting and exploring with learners
A summary of Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights Philip Alston’s key points and arguments in his final report in June 2020 on the state of poverty eradication work and the perils of the international poverty line
Is it really possible to end extreme poverty within a generation? ‘What The Fact?’ investigates the underlying assumptions of the international poverty line
In 2017, a group of students from Presentation College, Bray led a design experiment: to see what a school might look like if the meaning and ambition of the globally agreed Sustainable Development Goals were realised in their school.
With the migration of young people to Ireland in difficult circumstances, this participant-led ‘Photostory? Syria to Tipperary’ project offered a space that encouraged inquiry and points of connection for people new to the community
As part of the Irish Development Education Association conference 2020, Donna McFeely showcased how Children in Crossfire have adapted to Covid-19
As part of the Irish Development Education Association conference 2020, David Nyaluke showcased how Proudly Made in Africa have adapted to Covid-19
As part of the Irish Development Education Association virtual conference 2020, Ashley Westpheling was invited to showcase the work of Plan International, Ireland and how they have adapted and responded in the midst of the Covid 19 pandemic. Who We Are Ashley Westpheling, Plan International Ireland What We Did and
As part of the Irish Development Education Association conference 2020, Jessica Sargeant showcased how GOAL has adapted its edication work to Covid-19
In this 2009 interview, Vandana Shiva talks about developing countries like her native India where agricultural communities are surrounded by fertile farmland and highly favorable growing conditions yet struggle with high rates of childhood hunger. Much of the food grown by indigenous farmers are exported to richer countries. For
The recent coronavirus pandemic is only exacerbating the problems currently facing herders, also known as pastoralists, in Kenya. They’ve seen their livestock devastated and crops destroyed after the worst locust invasions in 70 years and villagers are bracing themselves for another swarm, 400 times larger if left unchecked. With less
As part of the Irish Development Education Association conference 2020, Joe Murray showcased how Afri adapted to Covid-19
Mary Teresa McBride of Changemakers presents their Black Lives Matter Bookless Book Club as part of a showcase of initiatives addressing inequality through Development Education
‘How we are addressing inequality in our development education work? Mags Liddy presents a critical reflection tool for teachers
Vicky Donnelly of Galway One World Centre presenting their Rascal Children of Gaza Project as part of the Showcase of initiatives and approaches addressing inequality through Development Education for IDEA Ireland’s Virtual Conference 2021 Who We Are Vicky Donnelly, Galway One World Centre What We Did // Features, blogs and
As part of IDEA’s Annual Conference 2021, Maria Gonzalez, Development Perspectives, presenting their STIRE Project in order to Showcase the initiatives and approaches addressing inequality through Development Education in 2021 Who We Are Maria Gonzalez from Development Perspectives What We Did & How We Did It For more information: See
Showcased at IDEA’s annual conference 2021 was Financial Justice Ireland’s project on Empowering Rural Women to Engage with Financial Justice… Who We Are Maeve Bateman, Financial Justice Ireland What We Did & How We Did it // Features, blogs and guides
October 16th is World Food Day, an international day celebrated every year to commemorate the founding of the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation. Ciara Regan introduces a range of activities to get you started on teaching the issues, the debates and key ideas around World Food Day
Procurement, business operations abroad, objects and holding companies account. A 6-point guide on business and human rights by Tony Daly
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