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International Education in The Allegheny Gateway invites you to the Global Learning Collective’s Virtual Familiarization Week, starting Monday, September 21. This week of events includes webinars hosted by several institutions on different topics, as listed further on in this post. Follow this link here to register.
Monday, September 21, 8 PM EDT
Achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals: NGO and Community Engagement in Asia
Hosted by the Asia Institute
During this session, featured panelists from Habitat for Humanity Japan, Sangob Foundation (Thailand), and Cambodia Rural Students Trust will discuss how their organizations engage with local communities, schools, farmers, students, disadvantaged groups, and more, to build a more sustainable future by fostering connection among broad communities.
Tuesday, September 22, 10 AM EDT
The Pursuit of Environmental Justice in Africa
Hosted by EDU Africa
This session offers participants an opportunity to look into the impact of Environmental Injustice in an African community and engage with a local organization working to protect natural habitats and create healthier living environments. Discussions enable participants to reflect on Environmental Justice in their own context and seek out ways of advocating for environmentally healthier living spaces both locally and globally.
Wednesday, September 23, 10 AM EDT
Social Responsibility and Sustainability
Hosted by the CEPA Foundation
What is sustainability, why, and when did the concept develop, and why is it of crucial strategic importance for business? What is the UN 2030 Agenda? What is a circular economy? What are the key sustainable strategies that businesses can employ? How can students have an impact already individually (locally and globally)? Let’s explore these challenges and opportunities together through CEPA Foundation’s immersive virtual experience and exchange with Cynthia Imesch, a sustainability expert based in Switzerland.
Thursday, September 24, 5 PM EDT
From Green Energy to Sustainable Solution: How can we offer affordable renewable energy?
Hosted by Campusb
Throughout history, a constructive dialogue between the private, the public, and the third sector has aimed to find a strategic solution to generate a feasible answer serving the communities with the greatest need. This session will challenge its participants to find ways to promote a sustainable solution to generating energy infrastructure and clean energy technology.