Play 2.0 Community of Learning in Medellín, Colombia

The JET team: Daniel Mashilo, Rachel Neville, Roelien Herholdt, and Nkhensani Baloyi participated in the PLAY 2.0 Annual In-Person Community of Learning (COL) which took place from 26-29 May 2025, in Medellin, Colombia and hosted by the Education Development Center (EDC) and The LEGO Foundation.

Day 1 kicked off with exploring the neighborhood of Comuna, immersing in indigenous experiences, and powerful storytelling.“At JET, we believe in learning through connection, culture, and play.”

Day 2 included a visit to Early Childhood Education Centres, followed by a session on using the Engage Tool for program improvement. The focus was on how JET and partner organisations are embedding the Engage Toolkit and expanding its reach to support Early Childhood Development. "Grateful for the shared learning and collaboration at the LEGO PLAY 2.0 Community of Learning."

The final day of the LEGO 2.0 Community of Learning included, hands-on activities and reflections. Participants shared valuable insights on stakeholder engagement and strategies on the Engage Toolkit.