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York University Academic Plan 2015-2020
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Among the many goals of this 5-year academic plan is to prioritize sustainability through global engagement and sustainable practices.
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York University Sustainability Strategy
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Published in 2017, the Sustainability strategy is rooted in fostering a culture of sustainability and global citizenship among the York community.
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Federal Sustainable Development Strategy
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Outlines the Government of Canada’s environmental sustainability priorities, establishes goals and targets, and identifies actions to achieve them.
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United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
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The United Nations has identified 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that address global challenges. They are a universal call to action to reduce/end poverty, ensure gender equality, protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone, everywhere.
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United Nations SDGs Knowledge Platform
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The 17 Goals were adopted by all UN Member States in 2015, as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development which set out a 15-year plan to achieve the Goals.
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Becoming Global Citizens for a Sustainable society
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This course introduces the SDGs and the notion of Global Citizenship through a series of lectures by renowned experts from all over the world, interviews with scholars, advocates and representatives from all different sectors, and case presentations by active global citizens.
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The Sustainable Development Goals - A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future
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This course is designed and taught by Professor Katherine Richardson, who is a member of the 15-person panel appointed by the UN General Secretary in 2016 to write the 2019 Global Sustainable Development Report. In each lecture, Katherine interviews experts who provide insights relevant to the topic at hand.
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| Climate Adaptation and Climate Justice |
This course introduces students to climate change language and examines key theories and concepts, including resilience and transformation. Solutions to key climate challenges are discussed through examination of real- world case studies.
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