Upcoming Lighthouse Lates:
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• Tuesday 4th March - Refugee Education: What can the UK learn from humanitarian contexts?
  
  Join us for an inspiring panel discussion exploring innovative approaches to refugee education drawn from humanitarian settings worldwide. Expert speakers will share lessons from conflict zones, refugee camps, and crisis-affected regions, offering valuable insights for enhancing the UK’s approach to educating displaced young people. Discover strategies that can help empower refugee learners, foster resilience, and overcome barriers to access. This event is a unique opportunity to challenge assumptions and spark new ideas - come and join us!
   

• Tuesday 13th May - Refugee Education: Ed tech, AI and the future of learning for displaced young people
  
  Explore how cutting-edge technologies are transforming education for displaced young people in this thought-provoking panel discussion. Our expert speakers will delve into the potential of ed tech and AI to bridge learning gaps, provide access to quality education, and empower refugee learners worldwide - whilst also examining the risks and ethical dilemmas. From virtual classrooms to personalised learning, join us to discover innovative solutions shaping the future of refugee education. 
   

• Tuesday 1st July - Refugee Education: Safe and legal routes - can education be a pathway?
  
  Join us for an evening discussion exploring how education can serve as a pathway to safety and opportunity for refugees. Our speakers will examine the potential of safe and legal education-focused routes, drawing on global examples and innovative pilot programs in the UK. Discover the challenges, opportunities, and policy changes needed to make education a viable solution for displaced young people. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of education as a tool for protection and empowerment.
   

• Tuesday 9th September - Refugee Education: SEND and the intersection with trauma
  
  This panel discussion will explore the complex interplay between Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), trauma, and language barriers in supporting refugee learners. Expert speakers will share insights on identifying needs, overcoming barriers to assessment, and providing tailored support for displaced young people. Discuss with us how schools can navigate these challenges to ensure refugee students thrive academically and emotionally.
   

• Tuesday 4th November - Refugee Education: Catching up on the years lost - bridging programmes, condensed curricula and accelerated learning
  
  How can education systems help refugee learners recover from years of interrupted schooling? This panel discussion will examine innovative approaches like bridging and orientation programmes, condensed curricula, and accelerated learning to help displaced young people catch up and thrive. Expert speakers will share real-world examples and strategies for overcoming barriers to access and achievement. Join us to explore how we can fast-track learning while ensuring quality education for refugee students.
   

• Tuesday 13th Jan - Refugee Education: The role of education and communities in building social cohesion
  
  How can education help foster understanding and unity in diverse communities? This panel discussion will explore the vital role of schools and local networks in promoting social cohesion through inclusive practices and shared learning experiences. Hear from experts about the power of education to bridge divides, challenge stereotypes, and build stronger, more connected communities. Join us for an inspiring conversation on creating environments where everyone belongs and thrives.