20
Mar
2020
Social Circles: “What does solidarity mean in the current global crisis?”
In order to meet the growing demand, Erasmus + Virtual Exchange has implemented updates to its upcoming round for Social Circles: small online group discussions. From 4 to 15 May, participants will have the chance to discuss: “What does solidarity mean in the current global crisis?”
During these facilitated dialogue sessions, participants will take ownership of the conversations in an environment supportive for feelings, where a sense of community and solidarity can be fostered. Some of the questions they will be discussing are:
- How are you adjusting to the new normal?
- What parts of your lives are interrupted and what goes on as usual?
- What measures did your government/ community take?
- What are some of the ways communities are showing solidarity?
- What are the ways communities are being disruptive?
- Have you or someone you know experienced discrimination or hate?
- How do fear and panic impact critical thinking?
- Are you aware of the many influences on your perceptions?
- What do you think about the efficacy of international response and cooperation?
- If you were a mayor, would you shut down your city?
- Do you have access to credible news?
- Which authorities do you trust?
- What lessons can be drawn from the way the world has responded to the crises?
In the face of a pandemic and growing physical isolation, young people around the world are looking for creative ways to make room for safe social connections to discuss how the global health crises are affecting them and their communities and what they can do about it.
May's round will be a unique opportunity to connect youth from across countries to reflect on current global events and impact on people’s lives; socialise safely in distance; explore how different communities are responding; discuss the role of media, governments, scientists, and grassroots responses.
Currently, the Social Circles is open to young people residing in these 44 countries in Europe and South Mediterranean, Discussions are underway to open these dialogues internationally.
