The Exploring Africa Pilot Course took place on the 18th - 21st August  2009  in Kimmage DSC in colloboration with DTALK. The course introduced participants to the continent's contribution towards human civilization and the richness of its culture and resources. The course aimed to take a closer look at the area of peace and conflict and its political and global connections. It also considered the colonial impact on the continent and examined how the image of Africa has been portrayed both in the past and to this present day as well as dealing with ingrained perceptions and stereotypes held of its people.

Objectives: By the end of this course participants were able to:-

• Introduce the continent's contribution to human civilization, how its image is portrayed, peace and conflict, colonial impact, political and cultural connection with the world.
• Explore political implications which affect the continent and its interconnected relationship with foreign policy & global
  relations.
• Deepen understanding of how to challenge negative perceptions that are portrayed of Africa and Africans (e.g. language, stereotypes, critical thinking, images, and messages).
• Network and share their knowledge, skills, and experiences.
• Reflect upon how the arts are an integral part of African society. This will be delivered through exhibition & discussion.

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