LLinE Lifelong Learning in Europe

Vol.XV Issue 1/2010 Lifelong Learning and Social Cohesion

Modern societies are becoming increasingly multicultural, fragmented and individualistic. Some would argue they are also becoming increasingly unequal in material terms. It is clear then that society-wide cohesion cannot emerge from homogeneity as it may have done in the past. What is the role of learning in furthering social cohesion in Europe? How can marginalization be turned into inclusion and integration? How do civil society and participative democracy affect cohesion? These are the main questions explored in this issue of LLinE. Cohesion is a tremendously multifaceted concept and each article approaches it from its own angle.

Please see 'Orientation' for further information about the contents of LLinE 1/2010.

Editorial by Kristiina Kumpulainen: Social cohesion as intercultural dialogue

Orientation 1/2010