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...
I have to say first that one day before attending the DEN International Conference at theUniversity of Westminster, I was very stressed. I was afraid I wouldn’t do well, afraid I wouldn’tbe able to answer questions, and just worried in general. I doubted myself and felt a lot ofpressure. But when the actual day came,...
Attending The DEN Conference at The University of Westminster was such an unforgettable and empowering experience. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this conference brought together a diverse group of passionate individuals, including international university students from all over the world. The students presenting spoke about global issues that affect people around...
When I first heard of the DEN Conference, I must admit I didn’t expect much. However, when I was there, I found out that everything was fascinating – the topic, how people present their own thoughts and the way they design how they want to share their projects. I was impressed by the speaker’s speech,...
On Friday 9th of May, I had the most amazing opportunity to attend and participate in the8th DEN International Student Conference at the University of Westminster. This was myfirst DEN conference, so I did not really have a specific idea of what the conferencewould be like, but I knew that I was going to learn...