Earth Charter International News August 2020 // Noticias Carta de la Tierra agosto 2020

Upcoming webinar 2 September: Systems Thinking, the skill to build sustainable, resilient systems and survive in a Post-COVID-19 world

As we look ahead into a post-COVID-19 world, panelists will address our most important skills: How Systems Thinking and Systems Leadership will build sustainable and resilient systems and help us to survive and thrive? 

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The Earth Charter and the COVID-19 pandemic

This document can serve as a guide for decision-makers and for all those who seek guidance for their actions to face the situation that has been generated by the COVID-19 pandemic. (Article in Spanish).

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Dr. Jane Goodall sends a message on the occasion of the 20 years of the Earth Charter

“Let’s take heed of the Earth Charter, with all its wisdom, and let’s bring everyone together to work on this much better, greener, brighter future,” stresses Dr. Goodall in this short video.

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“Earth is Warning Us We Must Change. Will We Listen?” By David Korten

We must accept our current mission to birth a new civilization devoted to the wellbeing of people and Earth: A civilization in which money is just a tool, and nurturance of life is the prime purpose. 

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Webinar Series: Earth Charter and Ecological Civilization

Four webinars, to take place between September and December, will offer a space for intercultural and intersectoral dialogue about the meaning, principles, vision, and values that ought to drive humanity towards ecological civilization.

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The Earth Charter at the Digital Impact Festival

Earth Charter International, along with Earth Charter Champions and Young Leaders participated in the Digital World Impact Festival by hosting three workshops, from 18 to 19 July 2020.

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Okayama University (Japan)  becomes an ECI Partner

“Through this agreement, we hope to develop comprehensive ways to promote ESD, SDGs, and the Earth Charter, while also promoting comprehensive human resource development and social contribution projects,” said Makino Hirofumi, President of Okayama University.

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New Affiliates

We are glad to welcome two new Affiliates from South America: Universidad de San Andrés from Argentina and UNIPAZ from Brazil

Stories: Meet Francisco Javier Muñoz from Colima, Mexico

Francisco has been part of the Earth Charter Movement for more than 15 years, working on environmental education for children and young people.

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MAPTING Photo Contest: Shift to Green

Now is the time to reflect on the root causes of the pandemic and start making a difference through actions and art. You can participate until 31 August.

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Introduction to Systems Thinking | Business and Ethical Leadership for Sustainability | Systems Leadership, the Earth Charter, and the SDGs | Leadership, Sustainability & Ethics (LSE) | Earth Charter Introductory Course

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The Earth Charter is a document with sixteen principles powering a global movement. Together, we are turning conscience into action for a thriving Earth. We know you’re ready.
Now, let’s get to work!

La Carta de la Tierra es un documento con dieciséis principios que encienden un movimiento global. Juntos estamos transformando la conciencia en acción para una Tierra próspera. Sabemos que estás listo. ¡Manos a la obra!

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