The Global Classroom 2024 was a transformative six-month
program, culminating in a student conference held from June 17-21 in
Bishkek and Issyk Kul, Kyrgyzstan. Bringing together students from eight
regional Master’s programs across the Global Campus network,
the initiative centred around the theme “Just Transition: Conditions
for Change of the Global Order.” This was not just a conference but
the result of months of rigorous academic work, collaboration, and
dedication from both students and organizers. The program
provided a platform for in-depth research on issues like civil society
engagement, democratic institution building, transitional justice, and
the resilience of democratic institutions in times of global transition.
The Global Classroom 2024 began with a competitive selection
process that brought together a diverse group of students
from across multiple regions, who then engaged in rigorous
preparation including a MOOC on Transitology. Over six months,
extensive collaboration with local coordinators and experts led to
refined research presentations at a conference, where students not only
presented their work but also received valuable feedback and
networked with peers. The program’s impact continues as students
revise their papers for publication and the organizers collect feedback to
enhance future iterations.
