| Author (Person) | Hope, Kerin |
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| Series Title | Financial Times: Special Report |
| Series Details | 29.10.08 |
| Publication Date | 29/10/2008 |
| Content Type | News |
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This article forms part of a FT Special Report 'Cyprus 2008'. Old prejudices are being confronted to boost reconciliation efforts between the Turkish and Greek communities in Cyprus through education initiatives, says Kerin Hope. The article discusses the work of the Association for Historical Dialogue and Research, whose aims are to: +Enhance the learning and the quality of the teaching of history emphasising the advancement of historical thinking. +Encourage the communication and cooperation of individuals and organisations interested in history, history teaching and learning locally, nationally and internationally. +Ensure access and equal learning opportunities to individuals of every ability, ethnic and cultural background. +Provide a forum for the discussion of matters of common interest for individuals who are concerned with history and history teaching and learning. +Promote the understanding, respect and cooperation amongst the ethnic groups of Cyprus. |
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| Countries / Regions | Cyprus |
