What began as a formal academic space at the DEN Summer School quickly revealed itself to be something far more valuable—a warm, inclusive community where every voice mattered. Beyond structured presentations, the conference created room for spontaneous dialogue, teaching me adaptability in ways that will resonate throughout my career. This wasn’t just an event; it...
The DEN event at the University of Westminster provided an unforgettable and empowering experience that will remain with us beyond the event day. The event gave us an extraordinary chance to present our “Pledge One Thing” initiative to a mixed audience of professional experts and diverse attendees beyond classroom walls. Our presentation encounter with university...
Shekinah from the Business program at Capital City College authored this piece. The DEN International Student Conference at the University of Westminster delivered an extraordinary experience which left me empowered. The chance to share my Korean Turing Scheme experience with international participants felt extraordinary because I had recently returned from South Korea. The university building...
Participating at The DEN Conference at the University of Westminster delivered a life-changing event to me. The first time I entered University of Westminster as a Capital City College Group student it was like entering a completely different environment which exhibited both energy and professionalism and authentic purpose. The room atmosphere started strong from the...
Being selected to travel to the United Kingdom was truly a dream come true—somethingI had craved for many years. My excitement grew even more when I learned that I would not onlybe attending but also presenting my project at the Eighth Annual DEN International StudentConference, organized by the Democratic Engagement Network (DEN).The theme of the...
The first time I went abroad, I didn’t choose to travel or visit a place familiar to Vietnamesepeople. I went to London – a city that had only existed in my imagination through movies andbooks – to attend an international conference organized by the Democratic EngagementNetwork (DEN) at the University of Westminster.I didn’t expect this...
As I sit down to pen my thoughts about the recent DEN conference, I’m filled with a mix of nostalgia and excitement. This year’s conference was not merely another academic event; it was a commemoration of personal development, intellectual exchange, and cross-cultural dialogue. The conference hall was vibrant with energy as students from Thailand, Vietnam,...
This year, despite it being my first time attending, I learned more about myself and what I want for my future than I ever did before. Being part of DEN taught me the value of collaboration, initiative, and adaptability. I worked with people from diverse backgrounds and discovered that the best ideas emerge from open-minded...
The Democratic Education Network (DEN) hosted their 8th annual conference on the 9thof May this year, and students from Thailand, Vietnam, and Thailand came to presenttheir independent research. One student namely, presented their dissertation topicabout the Qatar resource problem. The topics varied in their content, with some panelsbeing about sustainable development, and others being about...
In my blog, I want to reflect on the DEN Conference that was held on the 9th of May 2025. In particular, I want to address the question of what impact my almost 8-months-long participation in DEN and the final Conference had on me and my understanding of education. I also aim to explain the...
Friendship When I volunteered to help organise this year’s DEN Conference, my stomach was full ofexcitement, nervous energy and some chai from breakfast. The responsibility of co-managing anacademic event as students felt simultaneously empowering and daunting. Little did I know thisexperience would reshape my understanding of global education while forging friendships thattranscended borders.The morning began...
Between the 5th and 9th of May, I had the privilege of taking part in the DEN SummerSchool, which consisted of two conference days. The week was intense and packed fullof learning, networking, and cultural exchange. I am grateful for not only the knowledgethat I gained, but also for the friendships that I made and...