ASSEMBLY 2021

Voices of Educateurs sans Frontières

The Voices of Educateurs sans Frontières series is an online programme, in which we are reaching out to whoever supports children, families and communities. The theme of the 2021/2022 series is: Child, Community and Cosmos – From Independence to Interdependence. The series will focus on the interconnectedness between the child, the community and the cosmos and explore the journey of human development, moving from building independence towards connecting to one’s community and culture and finally to the interdependence with the global community

Voices of Educateurs sans Frontières serves three purposes:

Deeper Understanding: To deepen individual and collective understanding of essential Montessori principles and the broader social mission of Montessori.

Reflection: To support participants in observing and reflecting on the challenges of today’s world, the impact those challenges have on our communities and the planet, and the help Montessori principles can play in addressing some of these. Through a process of self-reflection, participants will explore their place in the world and the contributions they can make to humanity and the planet.

Applicable Practice: To develop and encourage individual and collective knowledge of the innumerable possibilities, openings and opportunities for using Montessori principles in the world, and to acknowledge how one person can make a difference

Speaker sessions: food for the soul

Specialised speakers, whose work, wisdom and knowledge will enhance our ability to serve our communities, share their expertise throughout the series. The presentations of speakers will provide inspiration and new perspectives on topics relevant to today’s challenges. They are the starting point for further discussion and exploration. Three speaker sessions will be held throughout the year.

Discussion Groups: Starting the conversation

Following a speaker session, participants organise and conduct discussion groups. The discussion groups are guided by a set of questions to support the reflection process and encourage participants to explore the topic from a local perspective, allowing for a more in-depth conversation on implications and opportunities. Through the discussion groups, participants are stimulated to explore different perspectives and gain new insights.

Feedback Sessions: Reflection and exchange

Each topic will be concluded by a feedback session, which allows participants to relate their local experience to the global questions and compare their insights and experiences to those of other participants. The feedback sessions will evolve around the outcomes of the discussion groups and create opportunities for learning and inspiration.

We are sorry to say that registration for Voices of Educateurs sans Frontières is now closed. Thank you to everyone that has registered. If you have any questions please email us at info@montessori-esf.org