Thursday, November 21 12:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. EST
Presenters
Description:
As a complex problem, sustainable development requires creative communication strategies, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and highly skilled leaders. One way institutions of higher learning are preparing students across a wide range of majors—from engineering and environmental science to English and Theatre—is by mapping connections between the skills and knowledge students gain in their coursework and the 169 targets that make up the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. In this interactive presentation, participants will explore the findings of SDG mapping efforts at Emerson and identify their own sustainability strengths.
Ansin Building, Room 205
180 Tremont Street, Boston
Sustainable Development Goal 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
Sustainable Development Goal 16: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
The United Nations explains the purpose of this goal, stating "Providing quality education for all is fundamental to creating a peaceful and prosperous world. Education gives people the knowledge and skills they need to stay healthy, get jobs and foster tolerance. It is estimated that 147 million children missed more than half of their in-class instruction over the past two years. This generation of children could lose a combined total of $17 trillion in lifetime earnings in present value."
The United Nations explains the purpose of this goal is "promoting peaceful and inclusive societies, providing access to justice for all and building effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels. People everywhere should be free of fear from all forms of violence and feel safe as they go about their lives whatever their ethnicity, faith or sexual orientation. High levels of armed violence and insecurity have a destructive impact on a country’s development. Sexual violence, crime, exploitation and torture are prevalent where there is conflict or no rule of law. Governments, civil society and communities need to work together to find lasting solutions to conflict and insecurity. Strengthening the rule of law and promoting human rights is key to this process, as is reducing the flow of illicit arms, combating corruption, and ensuring inclusive participation at all times."
Strengthening Sustainability Programs and Curricula at the Undergraduate and Graduate Levels by