Blog Posts

Democracy isn’t simply a technical process that involves you learning about its history, principles, rules and institutions. Democracy is a way of governing and a way of relating to each other that is a here-and-now experience.

Defending – Renewing – Re-imagining Democracy as Becoming

Defending – Renewing – Re-imagining Democracy as Becoming

Democracy is in danger and must be defended. As we see on a global scale, democracy is at risk in parliaments and parties, societies and governments. Anti-democratic and right-wing forces are gaining power, and we are facing and feeling the need to cultivate democracy not only in people’s daily lives but also in our institutions and organisations

Collaboration, reflection, the exploration of democracy-as-becoming, and a visit to Lisbon

Collaboration, reflection, the exploration of democracy-as-becoming, and a visit to Lisbon

The AECED project thrives on collaboration, reflection, and the exploration of democracy-as-becoming. Across different contexts and institutions, our partners engage in building transformative educational practices that enhance democracy through aesthetic and embodied learning (AEL). This blog brings together reflections from three of our six partner institutions.

The Pomegranate Tale

The Pomegranate Tale

AECED colleague Karine Oganisjana, Riga Technical University, shares her tale of democratic sensibility and transformation inspired by a pomegranate’s journey.

Commoning Workshop

Commoning Workshop

The German team of the AECED project, in cooperation with the German Commons Institute, conducted a practical workshop on the applications of the Pattern Language of Commoning at the beginning of October 2024.

Seminar for Secondary Teachers in Latvia

Seminar for Secondary Teachers in Latvia

Latvia’s role in the AECED project focuses on integrating arts-based and embodied learning methods, like drama and collage, into civic education and study disciplines to enhance democracy-focused teaching.