Deadline: August 25, 2024
Applications are invited for the AIIDEV Africa Teach4SDGs Programme – Cohort 5. The Teach4SDGs programme is aimed at promoting sustainable development and educating future generations about the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This 12-week intensive training includes over 10 advanced workshops, lectures, comprehensive readings, assessments, and practical projects designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of school educators in the field of SDGs.
The programme curriculum is structured to cover the 17 SDGs and their targets, in addition to crucial topics like Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), Climate Change, Environmental Sustainability, Green Economy, Circular Economy, Sustainable Waste Management, Project Management, and Technology and Innovation for Educators.
The Teach4SDGs programme is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of the SDGs, providing educators with the tools and resources required to educate future generations about the importance of sustainable development. Through the programme, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the significance of SDGs and their targets, as well as the role of education in achieving sustainable development.
Benefits
The following opportunities and benefits will be available to participants of the Teach4SDGs Programme:
- Acquiring advanced knowledge and skills on the SDGs, ESD, and other concepts of Sustainability.
- World Recognition and Certification for outstanding performance and contributions towards the achievement of the SDGs.
- Build and connect with a network of like-minded Educators committed to promoting sustainable development.
- Gaining access to mentors who will provide guidance and support throughout the programme.
- Developing practical skills in project management, community engagement, and advocacy.
- Building their resumes and enhancing their career prospects.
Eligibility
- Open to all Primary and Secondary School Teachers both in Public and Private Schools across Sub-Saharan African countries.
- Ability to commit at least 4 hours in 2 days per week throughout the training programme. All sessions will be conducted in the English language.
- Applicants must be between the ages of 20 – 45 years.
- Availability to partake in virtual training and conduct SDGs Activation in your school.
- Interested in being a development and transformation agent who promotes student learning about the SDGs.
- Applicants must not necessarily be acquainted with the knowledge of the SDGs 2030.
Application
Complete and submit the application form before the deadline – August 25, 2024 (10:00PM WAT).
For more information, visit Teach4SDGs.
