CESIE is a non-governmental organisation established in 2001, inspired by the work and theories of sociologist Danilo Dolci (1924-1997). CESIE is based in Palermo Italy and contributes to the active participation of people, civil societies and institutions through the implementation of projects on various thematic areas, towards the promotion of growth and development, always valuing diversity in the respect of ethics and human development.
Our MISSION is to promote growth through innovative and participative educational approaches.
Our objectives:
• To improve lifelong education in Europe through transnational projects involving local communities
• To promote sustainable development of neighbouring regions and beyond through training and education
• To foster progress and innovation in Higher Education and Research
• To support learning mobility for people at all ages, across borders and sectors
• To stimulate local growth by adapting international good practices and methods
The organisation is divided into 6 units managing activities related to international, European and local cooperation with the purpose of promoting educational innovation, participation and growth: Higher Education and Research, Rights and Justice, Adult education, Migration, School and Youth.
As a European centre of Studies and Initiatives, CESIE is dedicated to the promotion of research and development so as to increase and improve future-oriented innovation processes in educational, social, economic and cultural spheres believing in the cross-cutting of organisations cooperating within heterogeneous fields and sectors
