Each One Teach One
Each One Teach One (EOTO) e.V. is a Berlin initiative that promotes education and empowerment for Black, African, and Afro-diasporic people. With an extensive library, empowerment programs, and anti-discrimination counseling, EOTO advocates for self-determination and community building.
Each One Teach One (EOTO) e.V. - A Community-Based Initiative for Education and Empowerment
editEach One Teach One (EOTO) e.V. is a community-based education and empowerment project that was founded in 2012 in Berlin. In March 2014, the association opened as a neighborhood library and has since developed into a central place for learning and meeting.
Key Products and Services
edit- Library and Archive: EOTO operates an extensive library that includes works by authors of African descent and the diaspora. The collection contains over 6000 books, including novels, works on colonialism and resistance, racism analysis, and children's books. The Vera-Heyer-Archive, named after the Afro-German collector Vera Heyer, forms the core of this collection[1][5].
- Empowerment Programs: EOTO offers a variety of empowerment programs, particularly for Black children and youth. These include the "Black Kids Saturday" project, which involves regular meetings for children aged 6-14, as well as the "Black Diaspora School" and "Black Youth Fridayz"[3][5].
- Education and Counseling: The association offers tutoring, youth trips, workshops, youth counseling, and leadership training. Additionally, there is an anti-discrimination and social counseling service that provides direct support in cases of discrimination and social counseling[5].
Mission and Values
editThe mission of EOTO is based on the historical context of Black, anti-racist resistance movements. The name "Each One Teach One" refers to the necessity of passing on knowledge within Black families and communities, especially in times when formal education was not accessible. EOTO advocates for the empowerment and self-determination of Black, African, and Afro-diasporic people in Germany and Europe. The values of the association include intersectional community building, empowerment, and the fight against racism and discrimination[1][4][5].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editEOTO is active in various areas to achieve sustainable change:
- Structural Empowerment: As part of the federal program "Living Democracy!", EOTO is working on structural development for the federal central agency for racism prevention and empowerment of Black people[1][5].
- Community Building: Through numerous community-based projects, EOTO promotes the building and strengthening of Black communities. This includes cultural events, academic symposiums, and networking work[4][5].
- Youth Work: EOTO is intensively engaged in youth work to empower young people and provide them with an empowering environment where they can reflect on forms of discrimination and confront them confidently[3][5].
Conclusion
editEach One Teach One (EOTO) e.V. is a vibrant and diverse initiative that advocates for the education, empowerment, and self-determination of Black, African, and Afro-diasporic people. Through its extensive library and archival work, empowerment programs, and active work against racism and discrimination, EOTO significantly contributes to positive societal change.
Sources:
edit- 1 - https://www.berlin.de/ba-treptow-koepenick/ueber-den-bezirk/willkommen/aktuelles/artikel.736145.php
- 2 - https://www.betterplace.org/de/organisations/31377-eoto-e-v
- 3 - https://eoto-archiv.de/kontakt
- 4 - https://eoto-archiv.de/ueber-uns
- 5 - https://www.berlin.de/ba-treptow-koepenick/ueber-den-bezirk/willkommen/aktuelles/artikel.920269.php