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May 2, 2016

Published by cisvadmin on 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

Published by cisvadmin on 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 18, 2016

Published by cisvadmin on 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?