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The Critical Civility Project

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Philosophy in Schools Now!: Empowering Young Minds in Northern Ireland Philosophy in Schools Now!: Empowering Young Minds in Northern Ireland : News article ID 3204896
14 January, 2025

This conference brings together experts in 'Philosophy with Children' with education leaders to discuss the potential of philosophy for education in NI. Hosted by the Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice.

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The Future Ethicist Shield: Judges Wanted The Future Ethicist Shield: Judges Wanted : News article ID 3208087
9 December, 2024

Want to test out your judging skills? Sign up to judge at the Future Ethicist Shield, an ethics-focused high school debating competition hosted by Queen's.

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Critical Minds Club Training Workshop Critical Minds Club Training Workshop : News article ID 3204895
28 October, 2024

Learn how to facilitate philosophical discussions with children and young people, helping nurture skills in critical thinking, civility, and empathetic reasoning.

Critical Minds Club Info Session Critical Minds Club Info Session : News article ID 3204899
11 September, 2024

A Future-Ready Award activity, the Critical Minds Club offers students the opportunity to facilitate philosophical discussion in schools and youth groups in NI.