scholarly journals Territorial inequality and spatial justice. How level is the sustainable development playing field?

Europa XXI ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 39 ◽  
pp. 25-43
Author(s):  
Alys Solly
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Social Economic ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Spatial Dimension ◽  
Paradigm Shifts ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Spatial Justice ◽  
Playing Field ◽  
Scarcity Of Resources

Currently, inequality levels are on the rise although the spatial dimension of social, economic and environmental justice is also gaining prominence. At the same time, progressive institutional changes are underway in many cities and regions. This paper looks at these paradigm shifts through the lenses of sustainable well-being and of spatial justice. It also reflects on the concepts of territorial disparity and scarcity of resources, as well as on the challenges of assessing spatial justice. Finally, the paper discusses the role of spatial planning in tackling these issues, in the light of current approaches to sustainable development such as the circular economy.

scholarly journals THE ROLE OF GERONTOLOGISTS IN ACHIEVING THE UN’S SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S76-S76
Author(s):  
Carole Cox ◽  
Carole B Cox
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
Social Protection ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Left Behind ◽  
The Status ◽  
Development Goals

Abstract The Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) developed by the United Nations in 2015 are global benchmarks for all countries to meet by 2030 to ensure well-being and prosperity while protecting and promoting human rights and freedoms. The underlying pledge is that no one will be left behind Globally, older adults are one of the most vulnerable populations, suffering from poverty and poor health and little social protection. Social workers can play key roles in assuring that the concerns and interests and rights of older adults are recognized in the SDGs and in the policies developed to meet them. This paper focuses on 6 of the SDG’s that are most pertinent to the status and inclusion of older people and the implications they have for specific social work involvement.

Sustainable Development Integration in Higher Education

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eleni Sardianou
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Educational Organizations ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Educational Processes ◽  
Learning Programs ◽  
Sustainability Concept ◽  
Development Movement

The sustainability concept was introduced as a result of growing public concern about the degradation of the natural environment. Environmental movements resulted in the Brundtland report, as the general quest for combining economic development and environmental protection in favor of next generations. Within the sustainability concept, four interrelated pillars are considered important, namely, economic, environmental, social, and cultural. The upper goal of the sustainability approach is the management of natural resources in a way that contributes to human well-being. Within this framework, individuals meet their needs with respect to the quality of the environment. In order to achieve this goal, the role of education is crucial. Several declarations were developed on stressing the importance of education to increase awareness for sustainable development. The sustainable development movement advocated a shift toward more holistic educational processes where, in addition to basic sciences, individuals would be educated to adopt attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors compatible with the principles of sustainability. Within this context, educational organizations, such as universities, are to enhance students’ perceptions toward sustainable development by adopting learning programs and courses that will help individuals to recognize that their consumption habits, as reflected in their own actions, affect their current and future economic and environmental impacts.

scholarly journals From Transdisciplinary Research to Transdisciplinary Education—The Role of Schools in Contributing to Community Well-Being and Sustainable Development

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 306
Author(s):  
Susanne Kubisch ◽  
Sandra Parth ◽  
Veronika Deisenrieder ◽  
Karin Oberauer ◽  
Johann Stötter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Transdisciplinary Research ◽  
Formal Schooling ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Research Education ◽  
Transdisciplinary Education ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Out Of School

This article looks at transdisciplinary research and discusses the possibilities of translating this concept into a new type of education, which we will call Transdisciplinary Education. Following the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals by the community of states, there has been increased international recognition of education as being a key driver for sustainable development. Considering the global grand challenges of the 21st century, the integration of Education for Sustainable Development at all school levels ought to be prioritized in order to empower young people to contribute to sustainable development. Collaborating with out-of-school partners and doing research on real-world problems within their lifeworld, help students develop the competences necessary for responsible citizenship, while at the same time contributing to community well-being. Both concepts transdisciplinary research and Transdisciplinary Education acknowledge the responsibility of addressing social relevant problems and the significant role of those who are and who will be affected by these challenges. The project Science Education for Action and Engagement Towards Sustainability (SEAS) aims at analyzing different partnerships between schools and out-of-school institutions in European countries. By comparing the collaborative formats and providing a concept and method pool for educators, SEAS targets facilitating the integration of Transdisciplinary Education in formal schooling in the future. This article gives insights into the Austrian research-education collaboration k.i.d.Z.21. Drawing on experiences of k.i.d.Z.21 and taking up characteristics of transdisciplinary research, opportunities and challenges of integrating Transdisciplinary Education in formal schooling are discussed.

scholarly journals THE ROLE OF DIGITAL MEDIA IN SUPPORTING THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AGENDA

2021 ◽  
Vol 03 (05) ◽  
pp. 89-97
Author(s):  
Benayad DJALILA ◽  
Mellak FAIZA
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Digital Media ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Real Income ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
The Public ◽  
Development Agenda ◽  
Effective Role ◽  
The Individual

Achieving sustainable development is one of the most important challenges facing different countries to allow to tackle poverty and increase the average real income of the individual in addition to improving the standard of living of individuals, and thus reaching economic prosperty. Sustainable development seeks to achieve a balance between both economic growth and social welfare with optimal and rational exploitation natural resources to ensure the requirements of present and future generations. Therefore, digital media has an effective role in contributing to achieving sustainable development because of its prominent role in communicating ideas and convincing the public. Therefore, this study aimed to shed light on digital media and its role in supporting the sustainable development plan as the path to well- being and public benefit.

scholarly journals Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals: An Analysis of the Potential Role of Philanthropy in Ghana

2019 ◽  
Vol 54 (7) ◽  
pp. 1084-1104 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Kumi
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
Paradigm Shifts ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Stakeholder Consultation ◽  
Civil Society Organisations ◽  
United Nations General ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Multi Stakeholder

In September 2015, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were endorsed by the United Nations General Assembly as the cardinal agenda for guiding future global development. In financing the SDGs, there has been an increasing call on stakeholder diversification by leveraging on other non-state actors and private finance including philanthropic institutions in influencing, delivering and advancing the SDGs. Drawing on insights from the Ghanaian philanthropic sector, I show that philanthropic institutions play complementary roles in service delivery, support civil society organisations to engage in active action and advocacy, and enhance paradigm shifts in development thinking around the SDGs. I argue for the need in embracing complexity thinking that recognises that the attainment of the SDGs is dependent on the creation of an enabling environment and effective multi-stakeholder consultation.

The role of parliament in the sustainable development of the country: Agenda for Kazakhstan

2020 ◽  
pp. 29-52
Author(s):  
Aliya Kassymbek ◽  
Lazzat Zhazylbek ◽  
Zhanel Sailibayeva ◽  
Kairatbek Shadiyev ◽  
Yermek Buribayev
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
The Sustainable Development

Problem of energy efficiency in the model of sustainable development in Ukraine: EU experience

2019 ◽  
pp. 18-23
Author(s):  
Vasyl Zelenko ◽  
Yaryna Ferenchak ◽  
Nataliya Zelenko
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Energy Saving ◽  
Association Agreement ◽  
Climate Conditions ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Non Profit ◽  
Efficiency Measures ◽  
Efficient Construction

The paper outlines major preconditions of development of energy efficiency programs and the process of their introduction from the perspective of sustainable development concept. Energy saving measures of European Union are examined, its experience and results, like green books and Thermie programs, etc are analyzed. The paper also specifies relevant activities and responsibilities undertaken by Member States by 2030 and the rates planned to be achieved. The experience of neighboring Poland in energy efficiency promotion is analyzed, as far as the country most closely resembles Ukraine by the initial rates in 1990. We calculated conditional losses of Ukraine in 2017 as the gap between the rates of energy efficiency of Ukraine and Poland (similarity of climate conditions and the state of housing funds allowed us to assume that the comparison will be the most correct regarding Ukraine). The results of calculations make us conclude that the funds are used most efficiently if the money designated, for example, for subsidizing of population are directed at strengthening of energy efficiency (at least up to the level of neighboring country). It will result in saving of about 40 billion. This is the amount defined as Ukrainian capacity in terms of improvement of energy saving and possible results of its realization. The paper determines the stage Ukraine is at in introduction of energy efficiency measures and programs: “warm loans” program; conditions regarding energy saving in Ukraine enshrined in the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement; creation of legal basis, namely the Law of Ukraine “On Energy Efficiency Fund” as of 8 June 2017. The role of newly created Energy Efficiency Fund is analyzed. Special attention is paid to the fact that energy efficient construction is one of international liabilities undertaken by Ukraine. The presence of The Active House Alliance at Ukrainian market is an important achievement in this sphere as it is the non-profit association aiming at creation of housing concept corresponding to the sustainable development principles.

Gender Equity and the SDGs

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Dettori ◽  
Geeta Rao Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Gender Equity ◽  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Economic Resources ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Global Partnership ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Gender Based ◽  
Health And Well Being

This chapter identifies some of the most stubborn gender-based risks and vulnerabilities girls face as a cohort from preadolescence through late adolescence across the domains of personal capabilities, security, safety, economic resources, and opportunities. It reviews progress made during the Millennium Development Goal era in improving girls’ health and well-being and looks to the role of adolescent girls in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. The chapter concludes by recommending an approach for global partnership that is linked to national and local actions and that is centered on priority interventions that can catalyze change, at scale, for adolescent girls.

scholarly journals Cultural Consumption and Citizen Engagement—Strategies for Built Heritage Conservation and Sustainable Development. A Case Study of Indore City, India

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 2878
Author(s):  
Soniya Billore
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Collective Responsibility ◽  
Citizen Engagement ◽  
Cultural Consumption ◽  
City Region ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Built Heritage

Cultural heritage is an invaluable asset of any city, region, or community and is an important component in the sustainable development of societies and economies. However, the role of cultural heritage has been understudied in terms of its social embeddedness and impact on social cohesion. This has led to a demand for more insights on how cultural heritage is conserved globally and more significantly via the role of societal stakeholders. Inclusive strategies allow diverse sections of a community to engage and enrich not only the anthropological interpretations of society but also support social stability and foster positive social change. This paper exemplifies how an inclusive approach was used to engage citizen engagement for the sustainable development of the built heritage in the city of Indore in central India. Best practices are presented through secondary data through various print and online sources relevant to the context. Open coding of secondary data has helped to identify strategic approaches and relationships that emerge as crucial to citizen engagement as presented in this study. The paper discusses strategies that, based on diversity and inclusivity, contribute to the enrichment of community knowledge, increased synergistic participation, and the enhancement of the sense of collective responsibility in cultural consumption.

scholarly journals Sustained sustainable development actions of China from 1986 to 2020

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bingsheng Liu ◽  
Tao Wang ◽  
Jiaming Zhang ◽  
Xiaoming Wang ◽  
Yuan Chang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Local Development ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Development Levels ◽  
The Right ◽  
Resource Conditions

AbstractAchieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is a long-term task, which puts forward high requirements on the sustainability of related policies and actions. Using the text analysis method, we analyze the China National Sustainable Communities (CNSCs) policy implemented over 30 years and its effects on achieving SDGs. We find that the national government needs to understand the scope of sustainable development more comprehensively, the sustained actions can produce positive effects under the right goals. The SDGs selection of local governments is affected by local development levels and resource conditions, regions with better economic foundations tend to focus on SDGs on human well-being, regions with weaker foundations show priority to basic SDGs on the economic development, infrastructures and industrialization.

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