"CONTEXT/BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECTThe project will be centred around the theme of 'Inclusivity and Media' (I-AM). Participants will investigate the role that the media have played in restricting and impeding the way that diversity is viewed, as well as looking at ways that the media can be used as a powerful tool to promote acceptance and equality for all. This project will include schools from a successful existing partnership while incorporating two new partner schools to create a new, dynamic team.OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT• understanding the causes and effects of exclusion and prejudice in our society• investigating the role the media plays in promoting and/or damaging inclusivity• recognizing the importance of social inclusion• generating creative solutions through various forms of communication• developing technological skills• intercultural dialogue• developing skills of problem-solving and adaptability• the acquisition of social, civic and intercultural competences• the promotion democratic and fundamental rights• active citizenship• the developing of leadership skillsNUMBER AND PROFILE OF THE PARTICIPANTSThe five partner schools are:1. Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form (co-ordinating school) is an all-girls secondary school with a mixed Sixth Form in south west London. They will bring their experience in international partnerships to lead this project. The school embraces the multicultural nature of it's students and of the city of London and aims to share its important values of tolerance and acceptance of diversity.2. Fördegymnasium Flensburg is a co-ed grammar school offering general secondary education. Students come from different social backgrounds and the area has become a regional centre for refugees mainly from Arabian countries which has caused a special awareness of diversity and inclusion. They will share their expertise in this area, as well the area inclusion of emotionally and physically challenged students, as the school has a special unit for these particular students.3. Col·legi Kostka - Jesuïtes Gràcia is a large co-ed school located in the Gracia district of Barcelona. Its team aims to train students in such a way as to make them integrally prepared for a changing society. The school is part of a Catholic network of regional social centres with a vested interest in offering support to a number of vulnerable groups in society, providing a strong link with the project theme of democracy as well as inclusion, empowerment and active citizenship.4. The German Theoretical High School ""Johann Ettinger"" Satu Mare, Romania was founded is for the German minority and all those who want to study in German and to know the German culture. Minority students bring their values, language and culture to classes, which enriches educational environments, which will hopefully extend to international students taking part in our project. 5. Istituto di Istruzione Superiore (IIS) “G. Mazzatinti” from Gubbio in Italy is a co-ed State High School attended by 801 students offering five different courses: Art Lyceum, Classical Lyceum, Human Sciences Lyceum, Scientific Lyceum and Sport Lyceum. The school enjoys a number of connections with outside bodies such as the NHS in Italy, and encourages an outward focus to allow students to participate as active members of society. DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTIVITIES AND METHODOLOGY TO BE USEDOver the 2 year project, each school in the partnership will host a meeting. These meetings will allow students to continue to build new international relationships and develop interpersonal skills, whilst increasing their engagement and understanding of the topic on Inclusivity and Media. At every meeting there will be time for more academic workshops and collaborative learning in school, as well as time to explore the local area and places of historical and cultural importance. An important part of this experience for students will of course be hosting and being hosted by other students in their families, which in itself provides an opportunity for personal growth and new experiences. Some of the methodologies to be used in program include:• task-based learning• developing skills in training activities• visual presentations to reflect and disseminate student experiences• surveys• dissemination activities (writing newspaper articles, producing TV videos, etc.)• interviews with journalists and officials• visits to local institutions/organizations such as television stations• lectures/presentations• visits to places of historical and cultural importance• expert lectures and talks on media and inclusivityLONG TERM IMPACT/BENEFITS• participants in the project will have an increased social awareness of how the media promotes inclusivity• improved ICT/digital media, and communication skills• enhanced entrepreneurial spirit• improved language competence• active European citizenship"