The Development of U3As & the Benefits to Members
The Development of U3As & the Benefits to Members
Author(s): Ian FennallSubject(s): Social Sciences, Sociology, Gerontology
Published by: Towarzystwo Naukowe KUL & Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski Jana Pawła II
Keywords: U3A Movement; Lifelong Learning; Self-help Learning; Mutual Aid; U3A Charter; Ageing; Population; Benefits; Interest Groups; Friendship & International Exchanges
Summary/Abstract: The history and development of Lifelong Learning in Europe will be covered briefly together with the founding of the U3A Movement by Professor Pierre Vellas. The development of the U3A Movement in the United Kingdom has been a notable success since its founding in 1982. It has grown steadily every year and will celebrate its One-Thousandth U3A in 2016. The range of opportunities offered to members and the benefits accruing to the whole membership which already exceeds 360000 will be discussed. The Trust has an International Committee which promotes knowledge of the international nature of the U3A Movement, works with AIUTA and other bodies such as the Asia Pacific Alliance, to support its development, and encourages exchanges, study tours, twinning and foreign language links between U3As and attendance at international events.
Journal: Roczniki Nauk Społecznych
- Issue Year: 45/2017
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 119-137
- Page Count: 19
- Language: English