Education in conflict: Bridging past and present in preparing educators in era of conflicts
Join this interactive workshop to explore how crises disrupt children’s education—and reshape wellbeing, identity, relationships and future opportunities.
Education in conflict: Bridging past and present in preparing educators in era of conflicts
10 Jun 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
Geopolitical and inter regional conflicts are increasingly disrupting children’s access to education, yet discussions often focus on emergency response rather than the deeper consequences of the disruption of education itself. Beyond missed schooling, crises reshape childhood, wellbeing, identity, relationships, and future opportunities.
This interactive workshop is designed by IoE PhD students and staff from conflict-affected regions and brings together staff, PhD researchers, master and bachelor students to explore the consequence of conflict on children. Through collaborative mapping activities, and reflections grounded in lived experience, participants will examine both the visible and invisible consequences of disrupted education and consider what “teacher preparedness” should mean in times of conflict. The session will encourage participants to critically reflect on the gap between existing teacher training, and the realities educators may face during crises. Together, attendees will explore what conflict-sensitive competencies are needed to support children and communities when education systems are fractured.
This event will be particularly valuable for all UCL Institute of Education students, pre-service teachers, and practitioners interested in education, social justice, humanitarian response, childhood studies, and global inequalities. The workshop is also open for all UCL students.
UCL200: The Power of Education and Fairer Futures
This workshop aligns with the UCL200 themes of ‘The Power of Education’ and ‘Fairer Futures’ by critically reflecting on how education systems respond to conflict, displacement, and educational disruption. Through centring lived experiences and collaborative dialogue, the event explores how more inclusive, ethical, and context-sensitive educational practices can contribute to more equitable futures.
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Courtesy of Aljazeera news agency.
Facilitators
A group of five IOE’s PhD students from conflict-affected regions.
Guest speaker
Originally from Nepal, Professor Pherali has led pioneering research and teaching on education in conflict, emergencies, and peacebuilding. He is Co-Research Director of ERICC and founder of the Education and Conflict Review.
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Cost
Free
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