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The Earth Charter Initiative is a global movement of organizations and individuals that embrace
the Earth Charter and use it to guide the transition towards a more just, sustainable, and peaceful world.

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Earth Report on Gender Equality

CEE and ECI are developing reports that strive to integrate ethics into the SDGs processes. This first...

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New book “Thomas Berry in Italy: Reflections on Spirituality & Sustainability” addresses the Earth Charter

2016.05.03

ECI is pleased to announce the release of a new book…

Earth Charter Seminar on the Sea with Global Youth Leaders

2016.05.02

The Mexican Delegation for the 28th Ship for World Youth Leaders Program…

ECI Report of activities during the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development

2016.04.29

This report presents an overview of the main contributions of Earth Charter…

Action Guideline #2

" Be a living example "

Strive to be a living example of the spirit of the Earth Charter in your day-to-day life – at home, in the work place, and in your community.

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Action Guideline #11

" Use technology wisely "

Be mindful that large numbers of people do not have access to advanced technology, and when constructing technological solutions to problems ensure that they are appropriate.

Earth Charter Education

The Earth Charter Center for Education for Sustainable Development offers courses
that build the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values needed to shape a sustainable future.

Education Programmes

1 de junho – 28 de novembro Programa Internacional de Aperfeiçoamento Profissional (PIAP)
Este programa busca ampliar a compreensão dos docentes sobre os temas relacionados ao desenvolvimento sustentável e fortalecer suas capacidades para incorporar, de maneira transversal, os valores e princípios da sustentabilidade na sua prática educativa e em seus programas de ensino.
July 18 - 22 Education, Ethics, & Values for Sustainability: Transformative Teaching and Learning with the Earth Charter
This masterclass is designed for educators in formal and informal settings: schools, universities, NGOs, training centers or any learning environment.
November 14 - 18 Sustainability, Leadership and Decision Making: Learning from Failures and Successes
An opportunity to share experiences, dialogue, and deepen understanding on core sustainability values and principles.

Youth Activites

ECI and Amana-Key are launching the online training programme: Leadership, Sustainability & Ethics. This 10-week programme is designed for emerging young leaders to expand their knowledge, fortify their values, and hone their skills through completing a series of interactive, online sessions and taking action in their local communities.

This programme an ECI commitment to the UNESCO Global Action Programme on Education for Sustainable Development. In 2016, it will run twice in English and twice in Spanish, training at least 100 young people this year. This first session is now accepting applications.
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ECI invites you to learn and participate in the Youth Network online webinars and courses. Check our Youth Network Facebook group for details on upcoming webinars.