In June, the Education Team continues our focus on global citizenship. Did you have a class in high school that considered what a democracy is, along with the rights and responsibilities of citizens living in a democracy? In the US, this is called “civics” class. By the time I was in...
We begin our focus on global citizenship in May. As an educator and lawyer, this is a topic near and dear to me! One of the most important purposes of an education in any democracy is to enable people to participate fully in the political system of that country. Education should...
In May, the Education Team is thinking about Sustainable Development Goal 4, Target 4.7: “By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles …”
In addition, we continue to think about target 4.4: “By 2030,
Sometimes the marriage of SDG4 (Quality Education) and SDG13 (Climate Action) creates a unison in expected ways. In a previous article, the marriage was based on Climate-Smart Education Systems. But this next marriage is based on literature. One would think that poetry has absolutely no impact on the environment. Or does it? What if...
This month, Target Project 5 is highlighting Sustainable Development Goal 4, “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” – perfect timing for the Ed Team to highlight Awesome Blossoms and continuing education.
The Awesome Blossoms program provides the women entrepreneurs with education in the areas of financial literacy,
We are stronger, gentler, more resilient, and more beautiful than any of us imagine. – Mark Nepo
We accept that biodiversity supports a healthy physical environment, and neurodiversity plays a similar vital role in creating a healthy cognitive environment.
We must recognize that differences in cognitive processes, communication styles, and sensory encounters do...
