Anna+K.

Phase I: Who Am I? What's My Place?

>  My name is Ann. No matter whether we want it or not but when a baby is given a birth, it grows in strong links with some ethnic identity notions. It is formed by the collection of conceptual and emotional inputs from the parents, family, school, the media etc. What is more important is that none of the factors that shape one’s identity is inherited. The environment determines linguistic affiliation, values system, sense of belonging and other learned identity determinants. During our upbringing we absorb basic inner feelings that form ethnic identity. So we may conclude that ethnic identity is the first level of our so to say inner state which is also the amalgam of conceptual and behavioral characteristics that are commonly found in a group of people. Central to this notion is collective consciousness of common ancestry. It goes without saying that being a citizen of Russia I possess features of Russian national identity. Judging from what has already been mentioned I can easily define my personal identity. My parents are so I am a child of my parents who will always take care of me and I of them. The social role I am playing at the moment also defines some features of my personal identity – I am a student, hope not for a long time, I am a daughter and a sister. My point is that there is just as much to be gained by connecting with a comfortable and cosy place such as memories from chilhood, smells, feelings, sounds, positive emotions...
 * What __really__ makes up your identity?
 * What __really__ makes up your sense of place?
 * What roles do your identity and sense of place play when you work with others in a group project?

I hope, my character, individuality and personal skills will help me to work with a group project.


 * What are the qualities that you bring to the GLIP conversation that will help you make a contribution to your global group?

I'm responsible person, hard-working and ambitious.It's easy to communicate with me.


 * What is one local problem (where you live) that you believe needs to be addressed? Suggest some steps could you take to try to solve it?

The main problem of our region is the quantity of old and young people.


 * Finally, some problems have been around for a long time. What qualities do you think a person must have to step up and try to solve them?

It should be a strong, highly educated and responsible leader.

Phase II: Sense of Place

Upload image (s) here:

Use these questions to help you determine which picture shows someone else why your “place” is so special to you.
 * Does a scenic picture represent the beauty you believe that your town has?
 * Does a picture of a group of people represent and show a warmth and friendliness that your town has?
 * Does a statue or building convey the feeling of history that makes your place important and unique?
 * Is there a cultural event that represents the values of your home location?

What are your initial thoughts about how your image addresses the questions above? Later, you will be working with the members of your group to create a travel package that includes visits to each group member's home location (see Phase II)

Phase III: Identify Local Issue:

What is your local issue?

What can you do to be address the issue?

What is the global impact of your local issue?

Add these thoughts to your Group's Discussion Forum on Local Issues