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May 2, 2016

Dig In: Introducing Sustainable Development through Activities

Sustainable development is the broadest of CISVs four content areas. In truth, Human Rights, Diversity and Conflict and Resolution could all fit under the large umbrella of Sustainable Development, although the approach to each theme could differ depending on what values, tools and ideas you bring with you.
April 25, 2016

What is Sustainable Development?

Sustainable development is difficult to define. The most commonly used definition, created by the Brundtland Commission – “how to meet the needs of the present without compromising the need of future generations to meet their own needs?” – was cited in the last post, but this is only one of many definitions used around the globe.
April 22, 2016

Seven things you can do to help the planet on earth day

The International Mother Earth Day is commemorated every year on the 22nd of April. It is a global movement that celebrates the planet and encourages people to be more environmentally friendly. The health of our planet is in our hands and every action or small change will have a positive impact on the earth.
April 20, 2016

Where I got my start: a story of CISV

I think the kind of atmosphere for learning that CISV gave me that summer is a beautiful gift to give an 11 year old. Having kids my age, teenagers, and adults listen to me intently, respond to what I was saying, and encourage me to continue speaking, and thinking, and sharing was formative in me finding my voice.
April 18, 2016

2016 is CISV’s Year for Sustainable Development

Each year, CISV International puts the spotlight on one of our four educational content areas. This year we focus on Sustainable Development – what is it? How should we understand what it means? How does it connect to Active Global Citizenship? How can we educate and empower people to take action in this area?
April 15, 2016

Start your CISV story!

Founded over 60 years ago, CISV International is a global organization dedicated to educating and inspiring action for peace. Our innovative, fun, non-formal peace education 'learning by doing' programmes begin with our original and unique Village programme for 11-year-olds. We offer an exciting blend of seven international camp-based, family exchange and local community programmes.