Media Lab Workshops on Freedom of Expression Come to an End in Țara Făgărașului: Over 120 Beneficiaries Across 8 Communities

10.03.2025 / News Făgăraș Research Institute (FRI) wraps up the Media Lab 4 Sustainable Democracy project, an initiative that started from the desire to support democratic education in the communities around Țara Făgărașului. In the last 12 months, the project provided over 120 participants from eight communities in Țara Făgărașului...

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Media Lab 4 Sustainable Democracy

The project Media Lab 4 Sustainable Democracy focuses on developing an educational space to enable 80-120 people from Țara Făgărașului area to explore spaces of freedom and democratic skills. The FRI Media Lab will offer a space where local actors can enhance democratic skills through media training. Through learning processes...

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Research, Conservation, and Restoration Camp – Stone Monuments 2024

29.07.2024 Join the Stone Research, Conservation, and Restoration Camp, a unique experience that will take place from September 23 to 30, in Țara Făgărașului, Soutnern Transylnvaina. Together with Dr. Sidonia Olea you will explore stone restoration at the Jewish Cemetery and several Christian Orthodox cemeteries in the region. The aim...

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Sub-Saharan Africa – Central and Eastern Europe Relations

Prepare to embark on a journey into the dynamic world of Sub-Saharan Africa-Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) relations with an exciting introductory course this August. Led by Dr. Stefan Cibian, this program is tailored for students and individuals passionate about international relations, foreign affairs, and development. Participants will gain valuable...

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Introduction to Research Design

Research is a planned process that can be exciting when planned well. The workshop aims to introduce participants to research thinking and project design in social sciences. Participants may choose to focus on topics of their choice. The workshop is designed in a practical way to accompany participants in making...

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Statehood and Development in Sub-Saharan Africa

We invite you to delve into the intricate dynamics of African Statehood and Development in a comprehensive course this August. Tailored for students and individuals interested in international relations and development, this program offers an insightful exploration of Africa’s governance, statehood, and development challenges. Participants will engage in enriching discussions...

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Bagpipes: Common diversity, characteristics and misconception

In this course, you will learn about the history and misconceptions surrounding bagpipes, an instrument that is often associated with Scotland and Scottish culture today. This course will introduce participants to the fascinating world of bagpipes, uncovering their common diversity and challenging misconceptions surrounding these instruments. The course will provide...

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Postcolonialism, Climate Change, Inequalities, and How Postcolonialism Still Affects Us

In this engaging course, learn about the interconnected problems of inequality, climate change, and postcolonialism. Participants analyze how colonial legacies continue to create environmental and social inequities through news stories about recent events, such as the disproportionate effects of climate change on underprivileged groups. By exploring multidisciplinary viewpoints such as...

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