Date: 18th-19th May 2023
Venue: Tangaza University College, Nairobi
Modality: Online and Onsite
The 2nd Annual Africa Conference on Service Learning, held at Tangaza University College in Nairobi, was a remarkable event that brought together a diverse mix of experts in the Service Learning field from the Africa Regional Hub and the Uniservitate Global. The conference, themed “Service Learning and Life in its Fullness: Promoting Care for Creation and Fraternity in Higher Education,” aimed to advocate for Service Learning as a means to create a sustainable future while fostering Care for Creation and Fraternity in Higher Education.
Engaging Discussions and Informative Keynote Sessions:
The two-day conference provided a platform for participants to engage in thought-provoking discussions, exchange ideas, and share their experiences related to Service Learning. Some of the subtheme sessions included:
- Dignity of Creation
- Protection & Safe Guarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults
- Service Learning and Sustainable Development Goals
- Youth, Technology and Identity in relation to Social Teaching of Church
- Fraternity and Cooperation in Higher Education Institutions
- Leadership, Creativity and Innovation in Service Learning
Attendees had the opportunity to interact with regional and international specialists who are at the forefront of this field. The keynote sessions delivered by these experts offered valuable insights into the importance of Service Learning, its impact on creating a sustainable future, and the role of Fraternity and Care for Creation in higher education.
The conference provided interactive networking opportunities facilitating networking among participants, allowing them to build connections and collaborations. Attendees interacted with like-minded individuals, including educators, researchers, students, and representatives from non-profit organizations. These interactions not only fostered knowledge sharing but also paved the way for potential partnerships and future collaborations.
The organizers ensured that the conference was accessible to a wider audience by offering both onsite and online participation options. This modality allowed individuals who couldn’t attend physically to join the conference remotely and actively engage in discussions. The virtual platform facilitated seamless interactions, enabling participants to ask questions, share their perspectives, and contribute to the conference proceedings.