Decolonising Geography: An Educator's workshop

Schedule

Sat Apr 11 2026 at 01:30 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The Advocacy Academy | London, EN

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Join us online and in person to explore fresh ways to decolonise geography teaching and make lessons more inclusive!
About this Event

Decolonising Geography: A Teacher’s Workshop

Join us online for an engaging workshop all about decolonising geography. This is a great chance for teachers to explore new perspectives, challenge traditional views, and bring fresh ideas into the classroom. Whether you're curious or looking to update your teaching methods, this event will offer practical tips and lively discussions. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect and learn in a friendly, informal setting!


Agenda

πŸ•‘: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Welcome and Networking
Host: @decolonisingmyclassroom

Info: Please plan to arrive for a prompt 12:30pm start. There will be time to grab a hot drink, find a space and meet other people who are looking to decolonise their understanding and teaching of geography. You might even like to check our book raffle or see what Patrick from VeryVeryPuzzled has on offer.


πŸ•‘: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Session 1: What's in a map?
Host: @decolonisingmyclassroom

Info: This will be a workshop/presentation with a short activity that is an exploration of the maps that are used in Primary and Secondary schools a little closer.


πŸ•‘: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Panel Talk: How do I decolonise geography in my teaching/classroom?

Info: There will be a panel of 4 experts in their field, with teachers working in the field as well as someone who designs games and resources that use maps to celebrate and amplify Black History.


πŸ•‘: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Break
πŸ•‘: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Session 2: Whose Story?
Host: @decolonisingmyclassroom

Info: This is a workshop with a presentation and an activity where we consider how certain terms are used in developing geographical understanding and how to use these terms to deepen understanding about climate and environment justice in lessons.


πŸ•‘: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Session 3: Place Names and Power
Host: @decolonisingmyclassroom

Info: This workshop will include a presentation and activity about how places got their names. This will include some useful tips on how to present this to young people in every day discussions or lessons.


πŸ•‘: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Closing Remarks and Educator Co Planning

Info: Danielle will announce the winner of the book raffle and summarise the session with her closing remarks. There will also be time to share resources and do some co-planning for upcoming lessons.


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The Advocacy Academy, 2 Beehive Place, London, United Kingdom

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