Koen and Dr. Jane Goodall's Roots & Shoots are currently in partnership while developing Innovation Lab Schools in Tanzania. During a lunch meeting Jane and Koen discussed the curriculum and pointed out the progress of the Pugu lab.
During Dr. Goodall's gala event in the evening Koen presented the project. Koen had the opportunity to spend one day with Jane Goodall while visiting a tree planting and a gathering with volunteers.
During the evening Koen met HRH Princess Marie-Esméralda of Belgium and they had a long conversation about how refugees can be educated.
The schools developed in Pugu and Kigoma are featured in Jane Goodall's documentary 'The Hope'.
Congratulations Koen @zelfstudie with your recognition as a world class teacher. Impressed by how you leverage technology to empower the most vulnerable. @vikaspota @teacherprize https://t.co/n8oOwpiaNY
— Alexander De Croo (@alexanderdecroo) 13 december 2017
By aiming to shape global citizens, Koen Timmers has helped 250 schools across the world with his global, student-centred projects.
— Global Teacher Prize (@TeacherPrize) 3 juli 2018
Watch the Top 10 Global Teacher Prize Finalist's inspiring masterclass here to find out more about his work: https://t.co/ZQ345QXFoj pic.twitter.com/fZ4i5dVqvz