WSS EmpowerED - Bridging Knowledge and Action for Transformative Change With Steven Hartman

In this enlightening video, we delve into the pioneering work of the UNESCO-MOST BRIDGES Coalition, as presented by Steven Hartman, the Executive Director of the BRIDGES Sustainability Science Coalition. This initiative stands at the forefront of bridging knowledge and action for transformative change in addressing climate and environmental crises.

The BRIDGES Coalition, in partnership with the UNESCO-MOST program, is dedicated to fostering global collaboration and co-creation with local networks. Its mission is to establish hubs around the world focused on environmental management and sustainability. A key aspect of their approach is the integration of the humanities into sustainability science, underscoring the belief that a sustainable future requires a holistic and collaborative effort.

Through this video, Hartman highlights the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in tackling global sustainability challenges. The BRIDGES Coalition's work exemplifies how combining scientific knowledge with insights from the humanities can enrich our understanding of sustainability and enhance our capacity for meaningful action.

The presentation showcases the coalition's efforts to create a network of global hubs that serve as centers for collaborative research, education, and action in sustainability. These hubs aim to connect diverse stakeholders, including researchers, policymakers, and community members, to co-create solutions that are both effective and culturally relevant.

Steven Hartman's vision for the BRIDGES Coalition emphasizes the need for innovative approaches to sustainability that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries. By fostering connections between the sciences and the humanities, the coalition seeks to inspire a more comprehensive and integrated approach to solving the environmental challenges we face.

Join us as we explore the transformative potential of the UNESCO-MOST BRIDGES Coalition and its commitment to bridging knowledge and action for a sustainable future. Discover how this initiative is paving the way for a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to environmental management and sustainability across the globe.

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00:06 UNESCO's project on advancing sustainability science for meeting SDGs
02:42 Meeting specific sustainable goals crucial for future generations' well-being.
05:24 Formation of the Bridges Coalition to bring together diverse stakeholders for transformative change.
08:19 Advancing bridging work to bring in new knowledge communities
10:52 Bridges aims to build robust and transformative community of knowledge, purpose, and action within the UN system.
13:32 Bridging non-academic knowledge and action capacities into discussions.
16:02 Collaborations and initiatives for transformative change
18:13 Exploration of youth-led climate action and indigenous knowledge at Learning Planet Institute events
20:28 Exploring innovative projects addressing climate crisis and human security
22:35 Partnership with Learning Planet Institute for poetry-based event
24:37 Education is key to realizing change at different levels.
26:42 Empowerment through inclusion and innovation for addressing climate and policy challenges