SDG 16 in action in Berlin
Key Information
Information
Application Deadline: 07/02/22 at 9:00 am
Opportunity type: Extra-curricular opportunities, Volunteering
Ref: 10006435
Dates
Departure Date: 05/06/22
Return Date: 11/06/22
Costs
£400: the estimated cost for flights, accommodation and transfers (excluding DMU Global bursary). Students will also be required to pay for: visits, public transportation, food and drink, and visas (if applicable)
Funding
DMU Global Bursary: £150
Booking
Accommodation: Hostel/hotel accommodation will be booked by DMU
Travel: Flights will be booked by DMU
Contact
General Enquiries: Global Mobility Office - dmuglobal@dmu.ac.uk
Trip Lead: Sunita Patel - sunita.patel@dmu.ac.uk
Eligibility
All DMU students are eligible to participate on this opportunity but it would be particularly relevant for first- and second-year undergraduates as the outputs from the research will be used as part of academic year 2023-2024. In addition, students with a demonstrable interest in politics, law, human rights and social justice are encouraged to apply.
There are a maximum of 20 places available, with a minimum of 10 participants required for this opportunity to take place. Students are recommend to check the eligibility criteria before applying.
About
Trip description
As part of this DMU Local trip to Berlin, participants will have the opportunity to visit and learn about key historical landmarks and institutions including the Royal British Legion, an armed forces charity and membership organisation that participates in social, fundraising and welfare activities.
In addition, students will engage with the Give something Back to Berlin movement which is a is a multi-award-winning association that connects migrants, refugees, and locals to engage in building an open and inclusive society.
There will be events organised for students to learn, discuss and share with peers from local communities. Also, participants will have an opportunity to meet veterans who acted as UN peacekeepers with the view to document and collate/capture memories which can feed into a wider DMU project on campus. Furthermore, there will be a collaborative event with the Anti-Kriegs Museum and the UN Library.
Students can also choose to participate in an optional volunteering activity with either the British Red Cross or the Real Junk Food Project.
Learning objectives
Participating in a DMU Global opportunity can help you develop a range of skills and competencies that enhance your studies. Through participation in this DMU Local trip to Berlin we expect that students will:
To maximise the student learning outcomes DMU Local will organise pre and post -trip sessions with the students to prepare for and reflect upon their experience. A specific SDG 16 introductory talk will be delivered to students by Mark Charlton, Associate Director of Public Engagement as part of the trip preparation.
Cultural activities
Participants will have free time to explore Berlin and learn more its culture and important position in 20th century history. Students may wish to consider visiting the iconic Reichstag building and Brandenburg Gate. There are also a range of museums to be found at Museum Island that are worth exploring such as the Pergamon Museum.
Please note that all cultural visits and activities are subject to COVID-19 regulations in Berlin.