Become a Leader in Sustainable Development

Explore a path to becoming a sustainable development leader with our online public course! This program is designed for individuals eager to understand and contribute to the growing sustainability movement. We'll clarify the core objectives, purpose, and goals of sustainable development, equipping you to become a powerful change maker.

This course goes beyond theoretical understanding. You'll learn practical strategies to thrive in today's complex world and realize your potential as a catalyst for positive change. Key topics include:

• Defining Sustainable Development: Gain a clear understanding of what sustainable development truly means.
• Global Sustainability Policies: Explore the current policies and agendas shaping sustainability worldwide.
• Local & Global Engagement: Discover how to actively participate in the sustainable development movement, both locally and globally.
• Community & Organizational Sustainability: Learn how communities, organizations, and individuals are achieving sustainability.
• Implementation Methods: Understand the methods and systems used to implement meaningful change towards a more sustainable future.

We provide valuable insights through our partnerships with local NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations), offering you the tools and resources to engage in sustainability and social justice at the grassroots level.

Learn from Experts:

This course is led by:

• Zach Towne-Smith: A cum laude Harvard graduate and co-founder of numerous Central American organizations.
• Annie Goeke: Co-founder of the Earth Rights Institute, UN NGO delegate, and a leader in sustainable community building with over 30 years of experience.

Course Highlights:

• Creative Exercises: Engage with practical activities to deepen your understanding.
• Campaign Insights: Explore existing campaigns like the UN Millennium Development Goals and The Campaign for People’s Goals for Sustainable Development.
• Holistic Action Planning for Innovation (HAPI): Witness the HAPI methodology in action through virtual observations of our work with local Mayan communities in Guatemala. This methodology, designed by Imagitlan, a Guatemalan Non-Profit, focuses on collaborative solutions and robust action planning.
• Intercultural Collaboration: Experience how collaborative methodologies facilitate intercultural exchanges in designing solutions tailored to specific community needs.
• UN Global Goals & Together 2030 Campaign: Comprehensive information on these vital initiatives.
• Six-Month Solution Tracking: Follow the progress of implemented solutions over a six-month period.

Course Structure:

The course is structured over seven weeks, requiring approximately 2-3 hours of your time per week. Enjoy the flexibility to learn at your own pace.

Benefits:

By completing this course, you'll gain the tools, resources, and skills necessary to independently advance sustainability efforts on both local and global levels. Become a dedicated change maker and inspire a movement of leadership for a more sustainable future.