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Just Money: Banking as if Society Mattered
by J. Phillip Thompson , Lily Steponaitis , Katrin Kaeufer , Calvin Thompson- 0.0
16 Weeks
Learn how banks can use capital as a tool to promote social and environmental wellbeing. This course looks into banks that operate differently, namely, “just banks" that use capital and finance as a tool to address social and ecological challenges. How finance can be used as a tool for social and environmental change...
$49
Sustainability & Major Sport Events: Principles
by Dr. Talar Sahsuvaroglu , Dr. Susan L. Karamanian , Dr. Sami G. Al-Ghamdi , Dr. Josélia Neves- 0.0
8 Weeks
Learn the five pillars of sustainability and how to apply these when planning and hosting a major sport event. The environmental impact on the country's natural resources, the workforce, and infrastructure are just some of the considerations. ● Principles and key considerations of social sustainability ●Principles and key considerationsof environmental sustainability...
$99
Global Food Futures and Agri-food Systems Solutions
by Dr. Kathleen Kevany , Sarah Pittoello , Chaiti Seth- 0.0
8 Weeks
The learner will review environmental dimensions of sustainability to encompass health outcomes, social and ecological justice in order to expand their view of sustainable agri-food system and take action toward a more resilient and equitable future of food. Construct viable strategies and solutions for the environmental, social and economic challenges that face the global agri-food system...
$199
Voices of Social Change
by Nick Martin , Geórgia Nunes , Melanie Tran , DR Selene Martinez-Pacheco , Joel Adriance , Rafael Henrique , Daniela Andrea Retamales Gomez , Carolina Zuheill Rosales , Dina Buchbinder Auron , Dr William Schulz , Eoghan Hogan- 4.6
Approx. 7 hours to complete
At a time of political unrest, environmental uncertainty, and lingering inequalities, young social change-makers are leading the way to counter the today’s challenges. Voices of Social Change is a free online short course co-designed and delivered by eight young social entrepreneurs. Scaling and growing your social venture The importance of networking and mentoring in our social change community...
Decision Making in Environmental Management - Case studies & practical application
by William “Bill” Dennison , Vanessa Vargas-Nguyen , Richard Arnold- 0.0
5 Weeks
We will explore a variety of ecosystems and determine how effectively they are managed given the specific challenges of each locale. Its development in iconic locations (Chesapeake Bay (US), Manila Bay (Philippines), Tokyo Bay and Ishigaki Island (Japan) and the Goa Coast of India) present both shared and unique challenges for managing coupled human and natural systems....
$149
Innovative Environmental Management Models: Case Studies and Applications
by William “Bill” Dennison , Vanessa Vargas-Nguyen , Richard Arnold- 0.0
5 Weeks
We will explore a variety of ecosystems and determine how effectively they are managed given the specific challenges of each locale. Its development in iconic locations (Chesapeake Bay (US), Manila Bay (Philippines), Tokyo Bay and Ishigaki Island (Japan) and the Goa Coast of India) present both shared and unique challenges for managing coupled human and natural systems....
$149
Green Business Strategy
by Paul Forster- 4.6
Approx. 8 hours to complete
2 Perspectives of Business and the Environment 5 The Social License to Operate More on the Social License to Operate How to be green: Environmental Strategy · Describe the motivations for green business and explain how the social license to operate affects a business · Assess and choose environmental strategies for businesses...
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Communicating Climate Change and Health
by Connie Roser-Renouf- 4.7
Approx. 19 hours to complete
Starting with a review of best practices in health risk communication, the course examines the specific challenges of climate change communication and successful strategies to address these challenges. Factors That Shape Environmental Behaviors Determinants of Environmental Behaviors: Contextual and Individual Drivers Social Influence and Sticky Messages Social Influence and Sticky Messages...
Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started
by Michael Gordon- 4.7
Approx. 17 hours to complete
You’ll explore the personal challenges and connections to your life’s purpose before deciding to commit to becoming a social entrepreneur. Each week, you’ll see and hear from 11 real-life social entrepreneurs, working around the world, and sharing the lessons they’ve learned as well as the mistakes they’ve made and how you can overcome them. The Challenges of Social Entreprenurship...
Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change
by Barbara Hiltz- 4.8
Approx. 12 hours to complete
In this course, you will learn how social workers in the United States engage in creating change and supporting the resilience of individuals, families and communities in this new era. Using a social justice lens, learners will reflect on current challenges facing the lives of individuals, families and communities and examine ways to advocate for needed changes....