Digital course: Zero Emissions Universities LATAM
In the global fight against climate change, universities have a key role to play. Their commitment to sustainability and, in particular, to achieving a zero carbon campus, not only contributes significantly to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions but also sets an inspiring model for other institutions and society in general. In partnership with the National Autonomous University of Mexico and the CEELA Team, UNESCO IESALC promotes the digital course Zero Emissions Universities LATAM. This 20-hour digital training offers university professionals the opportunity to learn and share valuable knowledge on how to transform their institutions into sustainable and emission-free universities. […]
International Day of Non-Violence – 2 October
Say No to Violence The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. According to General Assembly resolution A/RES/61/271 of 15 June 2007, which established the commemoration, the International Day is an occasion to "disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness". The resolution reaffirms "the universal relevance of the principle of non-violence" and the desire "to secure a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence". Introducing the resolution in the General Assembly on behalf of 140 co-sponsors, […]