New Ways of Student Organising

This session explores how student movements in Europe and Africa have evolved, focusing on their historical roots, regional differences, and emerging global trends. Participants will examine landmark student movements, compare organising strategies across contexts, and analyse the role of digital activism, intersectionality, and coalition-building in today’s student-led advocacy. Through guest speakers, case studies, and group activities, students will critically engage with the successes and ongoing challenges faced by student organisations. The session encourages reflection on the influence of students in shaping political discourse and policy. Students will gain a comparative understanding of activism across continents and develop the analytical skills needed to understand and support student mobilisation efforts in a global context.

Meet the session leaders and facilitators who will guide you through this module. Each of them brings valuable expertise and experience to support your learning and engagement throughout the session.

This hands-on session equips students with the core frameworks, skills, and tools needed to organise effective student movements. Participants will learn to identify issues, structure advocacy campaigns, and navigate legal and governance frameworks. The session emphasises practical skills such as public speaking, negotiation, social media mobilisation, and time management. Students will engage in interactive workshops, simulations, and planning exercises to practice organising strategies. They will also learn how to build sustainable movements, manage internal dynamics, and address resistance from authorities. By the end, students will be prepared to lead campaigns, foster coalitions, and plan for long-term impact in student advocacy work, drawing from global best practices and their own local contexts.

Meet the session leaders and facilitators who will guide you through this module. Each of them brings valuable expertise and experience to support your learning and engagement throughout the session.

How can student leaders become agents of sustainability? This session introduces you to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and challenges you to turn global goals into local action. Developed in collaboration with UNESCO partners and sustainability experts, this session brings student leaders together from Africa and Europe to exchange perspectives and learn practical strategies. You’ll explore how to build alliances, communicate your vision, and design actions that create real change. Through dialogue, teamwork, and practical exercises, you’ll gain the confidence and tools to promote sustainability on campus and beyond. Leadership for the SDGs begins with you—collaborative, ethical, and impact-driven.

Meet the session leaders and facilitators who will guide you through this module. Each of them brings valuable expertise and experience to support your learning and engagement throughout the session.