“ENGAGE events demonstrate that socially engaged study abroad programs motivate students towards long-term involvement in issues of global social and economic justice.”
                    – Laura Hollinger, Assistant Chaplain, University of Chicago    

This page is updated on an ongoing basis as ENGAGE schedules events or is made aware of events related to social justice, Fair Trade, community activism, trade justice, and international development issues. You are encouraged to check back often for new listings. If you would like to suggest an event, please click here to contact the ENGAGE Team.

In addition, ENGAGE holds regional gatherings on a regular basis in cities throughout the United States, from San Francisco, to Washinton, D.C. to Chicago. Whether you want to get more involved in your local community, or you are traveling and want to hook up with ENGAGE members at your destination, ENGAGE Regional Coordinators can connect you with other ENGAGE members and let you know the latest news about activities in their area. Click here to email an ENGAGE Regional Coordinator in your region of interest.

August 2008
International Democratic Education Conference
August 11 - 18, 2008
Vancouver, BC

The International Democratic Education Conference (IDEC) is an annual gathering of people from around the world who teach, parent and study "Democratic Schools," schools that are run democratically by the whole population involved with the school.