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Youth 4 Impact

Development of Educational Action Network (DEAN)·Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Global Volunteer

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools, or Foundations in various Countries/Territories.

English

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.

Other

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Skill Development

Key skills you'll develop during this opportunity
Project Management
Community Development
AIESEC Leadership qualities
Strategic Planning

Measure of Impact

This opportunity measures success through:
  • 10+ Events planned
  • 5+ Workshops conducted
Project
The project empowers educators and students to use education as a tool for sustainable development. It combines two DEAN programs. The NextGen Teachers’ Bootcamp builds the capacity of teachers to deliver competency-based learning that uses systems thinking and design thinking. The SDGs Activation Program brings the Sustainable Development Goals into classrooms through workshops and student-led community projects. .
This project contributes to,
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Quality Education - Target 4.7

By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Run an initial assessment of teachers’ confidence in skills-based teaching and students’ awareness of the SDGs.
Review the existing curriculum and plan how to integrate SDG content, then agree the four-week schedule.
Onboarding with DEAN to understand both programs, the target schools and teachers, and the expected outcomes.
Introductory session with teachers and students, presenting the volunteers and objectives.
Week 2
Run the first Bootcamp workshops on competency-based learning and the difference between teaching knowledge and building skills.
Introduce systems thinking tools, such as mapping connections between causes and effects in a local problem.
Start the SDGs Activation sessions in classrooms with interactive activities that make the Goals relevant to students’ lives.
Prepare lesson plans and resources with teachers.
Week 3
Teachers try out a short competency-based activity with students and receive peer feedback.
Students choose an SDG-related problem in their school or community and begin designing a solution.
Run Bootcamp sessions on design thinking, where teachers practice solving a real classroom or school challenge.
Hold a feedback session with DEAN and the participating teachers.
Week 4
Run a final assessment and compare it with the Week 1 baseline.
Hand over resources, session records and a short impact report to DEAN.
Students carry out and present their SDG projects, with teachers supporting.
Hold a Bootcamp closing session where teachers share action plans and form a community of practice for continued collaboration.

Working hours

Monday to Tuesday

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Canada
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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