2010/02/18
IVG's Monthly English Workshop
"The International Volunteer Group (IVG) offers English workshops for people from all walk of life who are interested in learning about global issues, what Oxfam is doing and how each of us can make a change.
Both volunteering instructors and participants do not only enjoy friendly and active workshops
but also support Oxfam in a meaningful way.
It is also a good chance for non-native English speakers to practice English skills in a fun and
interesting way. Workshop fee goes totally to support Oxfam."
The detail is as follows:
●Topic: Corruption in the Developing World
●Date: Saturday 13th Mar. 2010
●Time: 2pm - 4pm
●Place: Meeting Room (Oxfam Japan Office)
●Cost: 1000 yen
Have you ever had to pay a police officer so he won't arrest you?
Been paid to vote for a politician? Or had your boss' son take the promotion you deserved?
In some countries, corruption is a way of life and it's everywhere.
In this workshop, we'll discuss how corruption works within societies, how it can stunt the economic development of a country and what it's like for citizens who experience corruption.
Instructors: Peter and Sam