The forum on Service-learning as a Conscientization Tool for Climate Justice in Africa took place on 31st January, featuring presentations by professors Reginald Nalugala and Caroline Buya, specialists in ecology and environmental sciences at the TUC. In addition, Bibi Bouwman from the North-West University of South Africa and Brother Bernard Luwelekera, Institutional Service-Learning Coordinator at Kisubi University in Uganda, contributed to the discussion with their unique insights.
Meanwhile, the February forum, led by Reverend Patrick Mwania, Vice-Chancellor Designate of Tangaza University College, explored the theme Towards a Transformative Eco-Spirituality. Dr. Aloys Ojore, a distinguished figure in Church History and service-learning, and Professor Alejandra Herrero, specialist in service-learning projects linked to the environment and former president of CLAYSS, also participated.
Throughout the discussions, various perspectives underscore the vital role of service-learning in integrating Eco-Theology and Eco-Spirituality into theological discourse and spiritual practices. It was emphasized that theology and spirituality must evolve through active engagement in service projects promoting ecological perspectives while acknowledging the Earth as a sacred and interconnected community of life.Our common home.