Mila Pajić On this World Teachers Day many will highlight the importance of education and the role teachers play in our lives. They also have a role to play in educating youngsters about the importance of peace and empathy, but what if these teachers are working in poor conditions and societies that instigate inherited divisions, what can we expect from them? History classes in primary school are often regarded as some of the least favorite subjects—though it might be unfair to use stronger terms. It’s just that students aren’t exactly excited when they have to learn about Troy, the Dark…
Empowering Students: A Conversation with Ilir Kicmari
An insightful episode with Ilir Kicmari, a dynamic student activist and a passionate advocate for solving student issues. Ilir finished his studies in Computer Science at Universiteti i Prishtinës, Fakulteti i Shkencave Matematike Natyrore, and has a background in Financial Mathematics from RTU – Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte. In this episode, Ilir shares his journey from academia to activism, discussing how he founded an organization dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by students today. We dive into the initiatives he’s leading, the impact he’s making, and his vision for the future of education and…