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🔴 Former Prime Minister Miroslav Cerar on the Crucial Role of Ethical Leadership and Education In this enlightening interview, Miroslav Cerar, Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Ljubljana and former Prime Minister of Slovenia, stresses the urgent need for leaders who embody ethical principles and lead with integrity. He underscores the pivotal role of education in cultivating ethical thinking and responsible decision-making across all sectors and highlights the importance of engaging young leaders in critical conversations about ethical leadership. 📢 Explore how ethical leadership and education are shaping the future of global governance. 🎥 Gain more insights from global experts at the #GlobalEthicsForum2024 and save the date for #GEF2025: 8–10 October 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland https://lnkd.in/gi-HtHbK #EthicalLeadership #GlobalEthicsForum #GEF #Education #YoungLeaders #EthicalDecisionMaking #LeadershipDevelopment

In today’s interconnected world, ethical governance is more than a framework—it's a necessity to protect both people and the planet. Globethics Western Africa Centre's Sustainability Ethics series of webinars, developed by Susan Ackah and featuring EMMANUEL ANSAH, Alfred Oteng-Yeboah, and John Lambon, explored how ethical leadership can address environmental and societal challenges 🌱 💬What do you think of these key takeaways from the webinar on Ghana's dam spills? 💱Ecology & Economy Intersect: Sustainable policies must balance ecological preservation with economic prosperity for long-term viability. ⚖️Environmental Justice as a Priority: Ethical governance demands protecting marginalised communities most affected by environmental degradation. 🎓Ethical Education: An informed public is key to driving ethical governance; education systems must embed environmental and societal ethics. 🤖Technological Responsibility: Governance must ensure emerging tech serves humanity without deepening inequalities or harming the environment. 💬Multi-Stakeholder Dialogues: Inclusive decision-making with governments, NGOs, and local communities fosters ethical crisis management. 🧑🧒🧒Intergenerational Responsibility: Ethical policies should protect resources and ecosystems for future generations. #EthicalGovernance #Sustainability #Leadership #EnvironmentalJustice #EthicsMatter University of Ghana Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ghana

As we mark United Nations World Social Justice Day later this week, we reflect on insights from the #GlobalEthicsForum2024, which emphasised that ethical leadership is crucial for re-envisioning a future where social justice prevails. 💬Key discussions from last year's forum highlighted the importance of: 🕊️Inclusive Peace and Development: Recognising that, without peace, efforts towards development and social justice can be undermined. 🌐Responsible Governance: Ensuring that leaders at all levels uphold ethical standards to foster trust and equity in society. 🤖Trustworthy AI: Advocating for artificial intelligence that serves as a tool to foster unity and bridge capacity gaps, especially between the Global North and South. As we advance social justice, it's imperative to integrate ethical leadership into our policies and practices. By doing so, we can build a just, inclusive, and sustainable world for all. #WorldSocialJusticeDay #EthicalLeadership #SocialJustice #GEF2024

🔴 Ali Mahmoud on empowering young leaders through ethics and empathy In this interview from #GEF2024, Ali Mahmoud—youth trainer and activist in interfaith dialogue and nonviolent communication—emphasises the urgent need for leaders who prioritise ethics and empathy. Amid escalating violence and polarisation, Mahmoud advocates for a new generation of leaders who inspire integrity and positive social change. 🎥 Watch now and explore more insights from global policy experts at #GlobalEthicsForum2024 🔗https://lnkd.in/dRDuRkVB #GlobalEthicsForum #EthicalLeadership #YouthEmpowerment #NonviolentCommunication #InterfaithDialogue

🎧Dive into the complexities of corruption, justice, and ethical decision-making in the 7th episode of the Sharing Values Across Borders podcast. In this instalment, Christoph Stueckelberger, founder of Globethics, reflects on 20 years of our journey, examines definitions of corruption, and discusses critical cases—from the Cambridge Analytica scandal to election manipulation. Key takeaways include: - The ongoing importance of access to knowledge - The impacts of financial inequality on education - Innovative ways to measure knowledge-sharing - Insights into open access, quality education, and long-term societal change Join us in rethinking fairness, privilege, and global complicity. Listen to the podcast here: https://lnkd.in/drTF26A9 #Globethics #AccessToKnowledge #OpenAccess #EducationForAll #GlobalEquity

🌐The future of ethics, education, and leadership: Insights from Blue Table Webinars 2024 🗓Last year, our Blue Table Webinar on "Obligations to Future Generations", featuring panelists Louisa Masinde (M.A., CIPR) and Dr.Mohan Razu, sparked profound reflections on reshaping our world through ethics, education, and youth leadership. 💡Key insights included: 🔹 Ethics as a guiding force: Universal ethical frameworks are vital for tackling global challenges like inequality and climate change. 🔹 A paradigm shift in education: Traditional systems must evolve to equip youth for the digital and green economies. 🔹 Empowering youth leadership: Young changemakers, driven by empathy and innovation, are essential for redefining governance. 🔹 Shared responsibility for sustainability: Collective, intergenerational action is key to a just, sustainable future. 🔹 The age of feelings: Integrating mental health and well-being is now integral to ethical progress. 💬Join the conversation—how do you see ethics shaping our future? Learn more about the #BlueTableWebinars2025 https://lnkd.in/dggF6SV #Ethics #Education #YouthLeadership #Sustainability #FutureGenerations

🔬 👩🔬On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we spotlight the transformative role of diversity in technology. In this clip from #GEF2024, Asha Kanwar, President of the Commonwealth of Learning, highlights how biases in data and algorithms perpetuate gender inequality and why it’s vital to have more women in AI decision-making. With women representing only 30% of the AI workforce—and just 5% in leadership—diverse perspectives are essential to build fair, unbiased, and inclusive systems. 💡Ethics in action: Equity in science isn’t just an ideal—it’s a moral imperative. By championing diversity and inclusion, we unlock innovation, drive progress, and ensure equal opportunities for all. Embracing diversity can drive ethical AI and a more just future. 🎥Watch more from this panel with Divya Singh, Ebba Ossiannilsson, Amélé Ekué, and Santiago Bellomo on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/d9JWr2NT #WomenInScience #EthicalAI #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience #DiversityInTech

Empowering ethical leadership in the fight against corruption 🤝🌐 As co-organisers of the Anti-Corruption Training of Trainers Programme, Globethics is proud to collaborate with the WFEO - World Federation of Engineering Organizations and the Global Infrastructure Anti-Corruption Centre to equip professionals with the tools to champion integrity. 🔹 Ethics at the core: Embedding ethics in leadership fosters trust and accountability. 🔹 Training for impact: Practical strategies to detect and prevent corruption. 🔹 Global collaboration: Exchanging best practices to strengthen anti-corruption efforts. 🔹 A sustainable future: Our 16-workshop series runs through June 2025 to build lasting change. Thank you Achref GHORBEL for sharing your experience of the training programme 💬 Learn more and join us for the next session on How corruption takes place in the construction phase of an infrastructure project 🔗💻https://lnkd.in/eF5ytCyE #Globethics #AntiCorruption #EthicalLeadership #Transparency #ProfessionalIntegrity

World Interfaith Harmony Week (1-7 February) is a perfect time to reflect on the power of ethical leadership in fostering dialogue and peace across cultures. In this interview from #GlobalEthicsForum2024, Alison Hilliard, Senior Programme Director at Wilton Park, shares key qualities of ethical leadership, including courage, integrity, reconciliation, and the need for open dialogue. These values are essential for leaders navigating global challenges and fostering inclusive peace. Hilliard envisions Globethics as a hub for thoughtful, ethical debate—where diverse perspectives can come together to create impactful change. 🎥 Watch the full interview to learn about the tools for leadership in today’s complex world: https://lnkd.in/dBHGRRkU 🗓 Save the date for the #GlobalEthicsForum2025 - 8-10 October 2025 in Geneva. #WorldInterfaithHarmonyWeek #EthicalLeadership #GlobalDialogue #Integrity #Globethics #PeaceBuilding #LeadershipToolkit

💬 "By prioritising dialogue, education, and collaborative action, communities can transcend sectarian divisions, foster understanding, and cultivate a culture of peace and reconciliation." As we celebrate World Interfaith Harmony Week, let's remember the power of #dialogue, especially listening; education, and collaboration, and their role in promoting interfaith understanding. The Interreligious Cooperation for Peace course by Globethics provides invaluable tools for fostering dialogue and breaking down barriers between religions, paving the way for lasting peace and understanding. For the past few years, we’ve partnered with Jesuit Worldwide Learning - Higher Education at the Margins to offer this course to students experiencing marginalised circumstances - see some of their stories on the video 🎥 #WorldInterfaithHarmonyWeek #InterreligiousDialogue #PeaceBuilding #EthicalLeadership