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Our learning approach

The interdiac approach to learning integrates theory, theology, and practice. It combines workshops with practice-based learning and is therefore close to everyday experience. This experiential approach raises provocative questions about both the context and practice of social and diaconal work. The question of the use of power as it shapes the life of marginalised and vulnerable groups and the practice of empowerment and work for transformation are key aspects of the learning. interdiac has pioneered ‘seeking conviviality’ as a new core concept for diaconia and Christian social action.
Each interdiac Programme is tailor-made in consultation with professionals in the field and focuses on a specific thematic phenomenon. Our main goal is to develop innovative diaconal practices with marginalised people and build a learning community of committed professionals. In the learning process we aim to ensure the active involvement and reflection of the participants and the search for a spirituality which is a resource for practitioners and those they work with.  
Main points guiding interdiac learning:

• Each programme starts from the participants, their biography and its influence on their path in life and work.
• Biblical, theological and spiritual resources integrated in the learning and invite participants to growth in faith. 
• Theory and practice go hand by hand and complement each other.
• Reflective learning is supported by journaling or diary keeping.
• Research is an integral part of practice and practice is itself a form of research.
• Practicing dialogical learning implies that everybody involved in the programme is a learner.
• The participation of people from different contexts and peer learning promote learning from diversity
• Programmes contribute to creating the interdiac learning community. 

To learn more, check out the book: interdiac Pedagogy, an introduction and guide below: