FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
University of Limerick- employed as Professor of Education at the University of Limerick.
National Network
Ireland
Address
Prof. Marie Parker-Jenkins, University of Limerick School of Education, FEHS, University of Limerick Limerick IrelandCountry
IrelandCity
LimerickStreet address 2
Prof. Marie Parker-Jenkins, University of Limerick School of Education, FEHS, University of LimerickMobile Phone
00-353-860430586Telephone
00-353-860430586Year of Establishment
1974Contact Person1
Professor Marie Parker-JenkinsJob Title 1
Professor of EducationOrganisation Type
Public InstitutionFields of Activity
Democracy and community developmentGeneral Information
The University of Limerick has over 14,000 students & 1,000 staff. The sciences, social seciences, education, medicine and law constitute main discipline areas. The university has received a number of reqrads for teaching excellence, student opportunity,sustainability etc. Most of the aacademic programmes lead to professioanl opportunities upon completion & opportunities to study abroad.Mission and Objectives
The University of Limerick is publcally- funded , opened to all , regardless of background. As well as academic achievement the University aims to produce students are equipped for life in a culturally diverse world.Main Projects / Activities
Across the university a range of reserach projects including tgose relevant to social justice & human rights. In addition, outreach projects take place with the wider community & globally..How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
I have only 30 years track record in conducting research concerning social justice issues with particular reference to ethnicity and gender. My c.v. includes 8 books & over 100 publications , articles & conference presentations related to social justice issues. I have taught in 7 universities within 4 countries; & undertaken reserarch projects focusing on human rights issues & education. A particualr aspect of my work has been the expansion of schools based on an Islamic basis & responding to cultural diversity within public schools..Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
Given my professional & acdemic background I think I am well-placed to contribute to the Network , particularly in terms of my knowledge base of social justice issues. I have been a taechers, head of dept, vice-principle & professor with a strong background in Education. As well as working at the University of Limerick, I have been honoured with the Aval Martell Chair at Marlander University, Sweden.