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Popular, Free and Self-Managed Education

Universidad
Liberté

A plurinational educational institution, founded by 35 people from 7 countries, based in Batán prison. Transformative and accessible education for all people.

Universidad Liberté

Plurinational

7 countries, 35 founders

Manifesto

Education that transforms

We are people committed to creating popular, free and self-managed education. We gathered on August 10, 2024 to build Universidad Liberté, grounded in the values of freedom, diversity, justice, joy and human rights.

The rectorate is located inside the maximum-security prison of Batán, at the Peace Point of the Liberté space. We are legally based on national registration No. 62,308 of Cooperativa de Trabajo Liberté.

"This manifesto marks the beginning of a path toward an emancipatory education that transforms every person who becomes part of Universidad Liberté."

Founding Group
35

Founders

7

Countries

2024

Year founded

Plurinational reach

Core Principles

Self-Managed

Organized in a participatory way, free from external interests. Inclusive and effective governance.

Free

Critical thinking, free expression and diversity of ideas as pillars. No restrictions on knowledge.

Popular

At the service of the community, especially those marginalized by traditional education systems.

Joy

Inspired by Spinoza: education as the enjoyment of learning, creativity and collaboration.

Trust

A pillar of relationships and the educational community. A space where every person feels valued.

Innovation

Innovative tools and methodologies, technology and modern, relevant pedagogical approaches.

Programs and Spaces

Spaces for learning, participation and community creation.

EnClave Libre

Courses, workshops and open diplomas for the entire community. Free enrollment with certification.

Tribuna Libre

A space for articles, essays, stories and poetry from the community. Voices that transform.

Voces de Esperanza

Life stories and testimonies that inspire. Narratives of transformation from behind bars.

Instituto Liberté

Short courses by email. Accessible education without the need for a permanent internet connection.

La Posta

Interactive educational quiz. Do you really know or just repeat? Learn by playing and challenge what you think you know.

Donate

Support the sustainability of the territory and educational programs. Every contribution builds the future.

We invite everyone to actively join this vision, participating in our initiatives, collaborating on our projects and helping to collectively build a university that reflects the values and dreams of our community.

— Manifesto of Universidad Liberté

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Emancipatory, accessible and transformative education. From Batán prison to the world.

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