Ages of Globalization

This is a social media takeover from our Young Gecko Reporters group partnering with the Foundation for Environmental Education and Young Reporters for the Environment Alumni. It's not just about our campus! The Gecko Reporters for The Environment Service group from The Overseas School of Colombo are taking it to the streets! ??♀???♂? They're on a mission to clean up the neighborhood, one sweep at a time. ?? ??They hunt for PET bottles, tin, and glass bottles and which they sell to local recycling centers. With their motto "Nothing is really waste, just stuff in the wrong place”, the Young Geckos hit the streets every Thursday and the whole community gets involved including students, teachers, parents, neighbors and local business groups. The Geckos are committed to a sustainable future, both on and off campus. ?? Join us for the UN @ Your Doorstep Live Session today Monday, November 25th at 11 am ET! The Gecko Reporters and other passionate youth will be meeting with environmental sustainability activists to discuss the challenges facing our global environment and explore ways to promote sustainability within our communities. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn and get involved! Don't miss out on this important event! ?? Its not too late to register!! https://bit.ly/3YH7RqR #OSC #ThisIsOSC #GreenGeckos #EcoSchools #YouthAdvocates #ClimateAction #ProtectOurPlanet #Sustainability #GeckoReporters #OurVoiceOurPower #environmentalsustainability

?? The Overseas School of Colombo is growing a greener future! ?? As part of our week-long social media takeover partnering with the Foundation for Environmental Education and Young Reporters for the Environment Alumni, we're thrilled to show our very own food forest here at The Overseas School of Colombo! ?? Our students have been busy planting and tending their gardens and producing an abundant mix of vegetables, herbs, spices, and fruit in 8 large raised garden beds set in a multi-layered system on a tropical campus. ???? Built by our Housing & Habitat service group using sustainable natural brick, these gardens are cared for by students throughout the school.?? Our students learn the principles of permaculture and valuable skills like companion planting and composting, all while growing healthy, clean food for themselves and the community. ???????? Primary students have weekly garden sessions and enjoy their own garden beds, while secondary students use the garden beds for scientific investigations such as fertilizer effectiveness?? We're reducing waste, enriching our soil, and growing a more sustainable future, one plant at a time. ???? Join us, the Young Gecko Reporters, and other like-minded youth this Monday, November 25th to meet with activists in the field of environmental sustainability to address the challenges our global environment faces today. The UN @ Your Doorstep Live Session is a great way to discuss ways to practice sustainability in our community and this is just one example! ?? Register now and join the conversation: https://bit.ly/3YH7RqR and submit or upvote questions to the guest speakers Erik Solheim and Boyan Slat https://bit.ly/48ITLIX #YouthForChange #CleanerFuture #Sustainability #StreetSweep #ActLocalThinkGlobal #TheOverseasSchoolOfColombo #YRE #OurVoiceOurPower

This is a social media take-over by Foundation for Environmental Education & Young Reporters for the Environment Alumni Youth the Young Gecko Reporters: Join Us in Creating a Cleaner Future with The Overseas School of Colombo! ??? Today, we're excited to take over the social media account for this social media takeover and share the efforts of The Overseas School of Colombo as we work towards a cleaner, greener community! As part of our ongoing commitment to environmental change, we’re spotlighting our student-led initiatives that tackle plastic pollution and promote sustainability. One of our key projects, the Colombo Schools Street Sweeps, invites students, teachers, and community members to join forces and clean up our streets. We’re proud to be making an impact and want to expand this initiative, bringing together schools from across Colombo to continue this important work. We believe that every action counts, and together, we can build a more sustainable future. Register now for the upcoming UN @ Your Doorstep Live Session on Environmental Sustainability and be part of the change! https://bit.ly/3YH7RqR Let’s unite for a greener tomorrow! ???? #YouthForChange #CleanerFuture #Sustainability #StreetSweep #ActLocalThinkGlobal #TheOverseasSchoolOfColombo #YRE #OurVoiceOurPower

?? We're taking over! ?? Get ready for a fresh perspective as us at the Overseas School of Colombo Geckos take control of this account for the week! We're a group of passionate students bringing you exciting content about sustainability. ???? To kick things off, check out this insightful video by former Norwegian Foreign Minister and sustainable investment champion, Erik Solheim! He expresses his gratitude for young environmentalists and the Foundation for Environmental Education for their dedication to a sustainable future. ?? Mr. Solheim is also excited to connect with young leaders at the UN at Your Doorstep Conference on November 25th! This awesome initiative gives passionate young people like YOU the chance to engage in online dialogues with global leaders. What is UN at Your Doorstep? It's a unique platform where you can: Hear from experts and leaders on critical global issues. Share your ideas and perspectives with a global audience. Connect with other young changemakers from around the world. Register now and join the conversation! ?? https://bit.ly/3YH7RqR or submit and upvote questions to guest speakers Erik Solheim and Boyan Slat here: https://bit.ly/48ITLIX #OSC #FEE #GreenGeckos #EcoSchools #OurVoiceOurPower

Don’t forget to register for our #GISDay2024 event showcasing #GIS and Ages of Globalization! Open to students globally! Organized by SDGs Today and the Center for Sustainable Development, Earth Institute ?? November 20 ?? 9:00 am ET ?? Zoom Registration ?? https://bit.ly/4hvyaI7 The Ages of Globalization course, hosted by Professor Jeffrey Sachs, is out now, and is brought to you by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, Center for Sustainable Development, Earth Institute, SDGs Today, Mission 4.7, Global Schools Program, with support from UNESCO, the Sustainable Tourism Global Center, Hearst Foundations, SDG Academy, Globe From Home Ltd, and Compass Education. Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens, GIS4Schools, Esri, Esri ArcGIS Online, Local Pathways Fellowship, SDSN Youth Solutions Program, Sustainable Development Solutions Network Youth, YouthMappers, Radhika Iyengar, Maryam Rabiee, Erika Lisco, Anela Layugan, Geospatial World

?? TAKEOVER ALERT! ?? We’re thrilled to partner with the Foundation for Environmental Education and Young Reporters for the Environment Alumni for the UN at Your Doorstep series to empower youth voices for the #SDGs! From November 20 - 27, we’re handing over our social media to The Young Geckos from The Overseas School of Colombo in Sri Lanka. This group of dynamic secondary school students are dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability in their community. ? Meet the Team ? ?? Sam Bridgwater As Service Leader for the Eco Club, Sam inspires action on environmental protection. Growing up in Sri Lanka, he’s passionate about sustainability and ecological preservation. ?? ?? Anneli Wijerathne Anneli is Secretary General for Model UN at OSC, where she merges leadership with a drive for sustainable development, tackling local and global issues with diplomacy and purpose. ?? ?? Millan Arsecularatne A dedicated Eco Club leader, Millan works on waste management and recycling initiatives with local businesses, promoting sustainable practices across the community. ?? ?? Senaka Samarasundera Service Leader for Young Reporters for the Environment, Senaka is driven to inspire pollution reduction and a commitment to a cleaner, greener world. ?? ?? Dimitri Silva As Service Leader for Recycling and Sustainability, Dimitri leads school initiatives on waste reduction and recycling, striving for environmental responsibility every day. ?? ?? Follow along as The Young Geckos share their insights on #EnvironmentalSustainability and the upcoming UN at Your Doorstep Live Session on November 25! ?? Register now and join the conversation: https://bit.ly/3YH7RqR #AgesofGlobalization and #UNatYourDoorstep are initiatives from the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, Columbia University’s Centre for Sustainable Development, Mission 4.7, SDGs Today, and the Global Schools Program—supported by UNESCO, Compass Education, The SDG Academy, and others. Join us in advancing sustainable education worldwide! #OSC #Geckos#SustainableDevelopment #Education #SDG4 #Mission4Point7 #ESDfor2030 #YouthEmpowerment #YouthVoices #OurCommonFuture #OurVoiceOurPower #SDGs

?? How have historical events shaped today’s most pressing global challenges? In Class 6 of the Ages of Globalization course, we journey through history to uncover the roots of today’s challenges—like poverty amidst abundance, division in our interconnected world, and the complexities of modern life. Learners will explore powerful frameworks for fostering peace, cooperation, and equality in an increasingly crowded world of 8 billion. Key questions learners tackle: ?? How have past events influenced today’s inequalities? ?? What global challenges call for solution-oriented action? ?? What frameworks can drive peace and improve equity in our societies? ?? From understanding poverty in a world of plenty to seeking unity in our diverse, divided planet, this course equips learners to think critically about our world and contribute to a more sustainable, peaceful future. ?? Ready to make a difference? Enroll in the course here: https://bit.ly/4dqgWcq & Visit our website to learn more: agesofglobalization.com? ????? ?? Follow us on? ?? Facebook: https://lnkd.in/e87wq77b?? ?? LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/exBh8BKy?? ?? Instagram: https://lnkd.in/eDPEw9BQ? The #AgesofGlobalization and #UNatYourDoorstep are co-hosted by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, the Centre for Sustainable Development at Columbia University, Mission 4.7, SDGs Today, and the Global Schools Program, with support from UNESCO, the Sustainable Tourism Global Center, Hearst Foundations, The SDG Academy, Globe From Home Ltd, the Foundation for Environmental Education’s Young Reporters for the Environment Alumni and Compass Education. ?#AgesofGlobalization #UNatYourDoorstep #SustainableDevelopment #Education #SDG4 #Mission4Point7 #ESDfor2030 #OurCommonFuture #GlobalEducatorCommittee

?? Inspired to Champion the Environment? ?? We're excited to feature Erik Solheim, former Norwegian Minister of Environment and International Development, in our next UN at Your Doorstep Live Session! ??? As Minister, Erik Solheim achieved monumental strides, establishing Norway's Nature Diversity Act – the nation's most significant environmental legislation in a century. Through initiatives like the Norwegian Climate and Forest Initiative, Erik’s work ignited powerful global partnerships to combat deforestation and preserve critical ecosystems. He joins us to share his journey, and insights, and inspire action on environmental sustainability! In the context of #COP29, join us for a dynamic virtual dialogue with Erik Solheim as well as Boyan Slat, founder of The Ocean Cleanup, and young environmental advocates worldwide. ?? ??You can submit and upvote questions to Erik and Boyan here: https://bit.ly/48ITLIX ?? “If we all come together and work together, there is no limit to what we can achieve on planet Earth.” — Erik Solheim ??? Date: November 25, 2024 ?? Time: 11:00 AM ET ?? Who: Young people (14+) and educators globally ?? Speakers: Erik Solheim, Boyan Slat, and Young Reporters for the Environment Alumni ?? Register now and join the conversation: https://bit.ly/3YH7RqR ? Young people, this is YOUR chance to connect with global environmental leaders, amplify your voice, and advocate for impactful policies and actions to protect our planet! #AgesofGlobalization and #UNatYourDoorstep are initiatives from the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, Columbia University’s Centre for Sustainable Development, Mission 4.7, SDGs Today, and the Global Schools Program—supported by UNESCO, Compass Education, The SDG Academy, and others. Join us in advancing sustainable education worldwide! #SustainableDevelopment #Education #SDG4 #Mission4Point7 #ESDfor2030 #YouthEmpowerment #YouthVoices #OurCommonFuture #OurVoiceOurPower #SDGs

?? Discover the Power of Data and Maps to Shape Our World! ??? ?? Calling all students and educators! Join SDGs Today and the Center for Sustainable Development for an exciting GIS Day celebration designed especially for you. This hands-on session features interactive demos and activities that bring maps and data to life, connecting global history to sustainable futures. This year’s GIS Day "Mapping Minds, Shaping the World," highlights the collaborative potential of GIS to drive positive change when individuals, organizations, and communities unite! Whether you're a student, GIS enthusiast, or curious learner, this session is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your GIS skills and discover new ways to engage with global history and sustainable development.?? ??? Date: November 20, 2024? ?? Time: 9:00 AM ET? ?? Register here: https://bit.ly/4hvyaI7 The #AgesofGlobalization is co-hosted by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, the Centre for Sustainable Development at Columbia University, Mission 4.7, SDGs Today, and the Global Schools Program, with support from UNESCO, the Sustainable Tourism Global Center, Hearst Foundations, The SDG Academy, Globe From Home Ltd, the Foundation for Environmental Education’s Young Reporters for the Environment Alumni and Compass Education. ?#SustainableDevelopment #Education #SDG4 #Mission4Point7 #ESDfor2030 #OurCommonFuture #GISDAY #SDGsToday

?? How Do Institutions Shape Our World? ?? Societies evolve over time, influenced by forces like the environment, technology, and institutions. Understanding these changes reveals the interconnectedness of humanity and the evolution of institutions in the digital age. ??? In Chapter 5: Institutions and How We Live, learners dive deep into the political, economic, religious, and social institutions that shape our lives. This chapter unpacks the essential role institutions play in society and explores how politics, economy, religion, culture, ethics, and international relations have developed over time. ???? Key Questions Students Will Explore: ?? What are the different types of institutions in our society? ?? How have institutions evolved across various societies over time? ?? What’s the connection between institutions, public goods, and collective governance? To find out more information connect to our website to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-dcYDAc ?? Follow us on ?? Facebook: https://lnkd.in/e87wq77b ?? LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/exBh8BKy ?? Instagram: https://lnkd.in/eDPEw9BQ The #AgesofGlobalization and #UNatYourDoorstep are co-hosted by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, the Centre for Sustainable Development at Columbia University, Mission 4.7, SDGs Today, and the Global Schools Program, with support from UNESCO, the Sustainable Tourism Global Center, Hearst Foundations, The SDG Academy, Globe From Home Ltd, the Foundation for Environmental Education’s Young Reporters for the Environment Alumni and Compass Education. #SustainableDevelopment #Education #SDG4 #Mission4Point7 #ESDfor2030 #OurCommonFuture