One of DEN’s aims is to develop a link to our local schools, colleges and communities. We have established links to the Capital City College Group and Leyton Sixth Form College. The students and staff from the colleges and schools have attended DEN’s meeting, and annual conference and write for our online magazine.
The DEN Conference – to outsiders and onlookers, it was just another event where studentscame to share ideas and have snacks but to me and my colleagues, it was a culmination ofmonths of hardwork and dedication. To me, I hoped that everything went to plan and mostimportantly, everyone felt it was a good environment to...
The United Kingdom has a long history of being a democratic country and a significant power on the world stage. The capital, London, is a cultural and financial centre with a large and diverse population and a centre of learning and the arts. It is a perfect example of a country that can preserve tradition...
A Dream, A Destination, A New Perspective My name is Quế Anh, and I am a final-year Development Studies student at Hanoi University. This summer, I am privileged to participate in the Eighth International Student Conference organised by the Democratic Education Network (DEN) at the University of Westminster in London. Of course, London, for a...
As an 18-year-old girl from Ghana, I embarked on an exciting journey to study abroad, breaking new ground as the first person in my family to pursue this opportunity. The decision to leave my home country was not made lightly; it involved careful consideration of various challenges, such as adjusting to a new culture and...
“Istanbul, the City of Life” is a name that truly suits this vibrant place. The city is not only defined by its historical landmarks and beautiful architecture but also by the energy of its people. Locals, tourists, and workers from diverse backgrounds all come together, adding their own stories to Istanbul’s rich and lively atmosphere....
The word ‘conference’ means to come together and voice one another’s opinions, knowledge and research. DEN’s annual conference collates students, experts and academics to share ideas about their experiences and subject matter in which I partook in DENS conference 2024. From choosing an optional module to cross-collaborating in Thailand, here I was sat on the...
In the heart of Hanoi University, a unique project is making a big difference. It’s all about helping kids who live in the faraway and rugged mountains of Vietnam. We’re passionate about being good global citizens and taking on social responsibilities, and this project is where it all comes together. Our main goal? To give...
Numerous compelling reasons exist to study politics and development in the Middle East. One of the most significant reasons is the region’s abundant natural resources, particularly its vast oil reserves. These valuable resources have catapulted Middle Eastern countries onto the global stage and made them crucial players in geopolitics. As a result, nations with substantial...
The DEN Student Conference held on May 12th, 2023, at Westminster University was an enriching and inspiring experience for students and staff from the City and Islington College Business of Enterprise. BTEC students and Capital City College Group staff members attended the conference. It provided an excellent platform for students to showcase their confidence and...
DEN Conference is one of the annual projects organized by the community of the Democratic Educational Network. It is a student-led initiative that emerges into a platform that allows individuals to work independently on a range of topics they are passionate about and present to a broad audience. It is also an opportunity to share,...
Recently, we had the privilege of participating in the DEN (Democratic Education Network) held at the University of Westminster in the vibrant city of London. The conference provided an immersive and intellectually stimulating environment where students from diverse backgrounds converged to discuss global issues and share their research on many different topics. DEN Conference this...
On the 10th and 11th of May, I had the pleasure of attending two days conference on Anti-racism in Higher Education and DEN’s International Student Conference. For two days, we were immersed in discussions and workshops about education and its power to create positive change. During the first workshop day, we explored the challenges and...