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For 'Common Concerns of Humankind' (Sustainable Development Goals): ‘Build Forward Better’ Where ‘We All Belong’! 'मानवता की सामान्य चिंताओं' (सतत विकास लक्ष्यों) के लिए 'उत्तम पद्धति से आगे बढ़ें' जहां 'हम सभी शामिल हैं'! Contextual Background: Build Forward Better: A data-driven and evidence-based research, advocacy, and campaign endeavour by Adv. Abhishek Kumar of The Sangyan (द संज्ञान). We All Belong: A data-driven and evidence-based research, advocacy, and campaign endeavour by Ar. Kavya Poornima Balajepalli of Poornamidam. For Common Concerns of Humankind: Motto of Poornamidam and The Sangyan's Collaborative Initiative Towards Achieving the Global Goals (SDGs) by ensuring Climate-resilience and Universal Accessibility for an Inclusive and Sustainable World that 'Leaves No One Behind'. Post In Collaboration: Poornamidam and The Sangyan By Abhishek Visual/Image Description [Alt Text]: The poster features a dark blue mandala art backdrop symbolizing space or the universe. At the center is a circular graphic illustration of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a customized infinity symbol in the middle representing climate resilience and universal accessibility. Below this graphic, the poster displays the text: “‘For Common Concern of Humankind’: ‘BUILD FORWARD BETTER’ WHERE ‘WE ALL BELONG.’” The logos of The Sangyan, the Build Forward Better Campaign, and Poornamidam are positioned at the top of the poster, while the hashtags #BuildForwardBetter and #WeAllBelong are placed at the bottom corners. #BuildForwardBetter #WeAllBelong #CommonConcernsOfHumankind #CCH #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #SDGs #GlobalGoals #LeaveNoOneBehind #NothingWithoutUs #UnitedInAction #Inclusion #Sustainability #ClimateResilience #UniversalAccessibility #Accessibility #PanchRna #PanchRinas #FourOrderFramework #PrakritiRakshatiRakshita #ThreatMultiplier #TrickleDownEffect #DominoEffect #MultiplierEffect

This year's UN General Assembly #UNGA will be a landmark one as the world gathers for the #SummitoftheFuture , a once-in-a-generation opportunity for change for current and future generations. What does it take to cultivate conditions for positive change? One of the hardest and most critical elements is culture. No surprise that it is identified as a foundational element for the UN's own change agenda, #OurCommonFuture and UN 2.0. That's why UN partners are taking action together with “Transformative Spaces,” a collective initiative to convene “safe and inclusive spaces for connection, dialogue, co-creation and transformation” and amplify these across different workspaces and networks of engagement and dialogue. Convening the #NewWork #systemschange action are Liliana Uruburo, Henan Cheng, Eric Martin, Laurel Patterson, Gabriel Tuan, Nina Grinman, Beth Magne-Watts When UNICEF Innovation have done research to understand major barriers to innovating, many of the same elements have been identified that Transformative Space is addressing -- time, trust, psychological safety, deep listening and inclusion. I'm delighted to be a part of this initiative and you can be too if you are in New York this week: 🕘 When: 19 September 2024 09:30-11:30AM (EDT) 📍 Where: Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY 10027

A recap from our YALPI Talk 2 The session centered on the youth's commitment to inclusive urban development, heritage preservation, and city building, with the objective to empower ASEAN youth for sustainable urban futures. Join the insightful discussion with Emmanuel Mirus Ponon, Founder of ASEAN Youth Advocates Network National Youth Council and WWF-Philippines, as he emphasizes the pivotal significance of youth engagement in the realm of urban development. Explore how young leaders are driving change by embracing diversity and fostering collective action in our cities. Let us collectively prioritize sustainability and work towards breaking the cycle of urban stigma. #YALPI #YALPI2024 #YoungASEANLeadersPolicyInitiative #YALPIUrbanFuture2024

🌟 Building Bridges Through Tolerance 🌟 At Mahalaya, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to promoting tolerance, understanding, and inclusivity in everything we do. Diversity isn't just a value we uphold—it's the strength that enriches our workplace, fuels innovation, and strengthens the fabric of society. What does tolerance mean in practice? In our collaborations with non-profits, we've seen the transformative power of empathy in reaching underserved communities. Listening to diverse perspectives—whether from social workers, caregivers, or those impacted—ensures we craft solutions that matter. As consultants, we guide organizations to not only comply with social and environmental governance standards but also to embed human-centric values like equity and inclusion in their CSR initiatives. How we live this at Mahalaya: We celebrate every voice in our team—whether it's through open dialogues, celebrating cultural milestones, or simply creating safe spaces for expression. Our focus is on building partnerships that transcend barriers—uniting people across geographies, socio-economic statuses, and industries toward shared goals. On this International Tolerance Day, we pledge to actively listen, understand, and appreciate each other's unique perspectives—not just today but every day. We invite our community to do the same. Share your experiences, big or small, of promoting tolerance and empathy in your personal or professional journey. Let’s build a culture where every individual feels seen, heard, and valued. Together, let's create a world driven by acceptance, empathy, and respect. 🌟 #InternationalToleranceDay #Mahalaya #DiversityAndInclusion #ToleranceMatters #EmpathyMatters  #DiversityMatters #MahalayaValues #BuildingBridges #EmpathyInAction #SocialImpact

This year's theme "Indigenous peoples in voluntary isolation and initial contact" shines a light on the unique vulnerabilities and rights of those indigenous communities who have chosen to remain isolated or have only recently encountered the outside world. However, protecting their autonomy and self-determination is not only a fundamental human right, but also essential for preserving invaluable cultural and ecological knowledge. This day serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving their unique identities, traditions, and contributions to humanity, while also recognizing the challenges they continue to face in protecting their rights and way of life. Comprising 476 million people, that’s 6.2% of the world's population, to think that they are spread across more than 90 countries and, in every region these groups speak over 4,000 languages and hold invaluable traditional knowledge. As a company that’s committed to global impact, The 8Wonder Idea is honoured to support initiatives that empower indigenous voices and traditional knowledge systems. Join us in celebrating the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples by learning more about these incredible communities and how you can get involved. #Innovation #8WonderIdea #GlobalImpact #EmpoweringVoices #TraditionalKnowledge

As we observe Mahashtami and Mahanavami today, I’m reminded of the traditional 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐚 𝐏𝐮𝐣𝐚—a beautiful ritual amongst Hindus where young girls are worshipped as symbols of purity and strength. While these cultural practices reflect the deep respect our societies hold for girls, one day of symbolic reverence is not enough. 𝐖𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐠𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 rituals and provide girls with the environment and opportunities they need to grow, lead, and overcome the many challenges of gender discrimination. This year, as Mahashtami and Mahanavami coincide, it serves as a powerful reminder to renew our commitment to 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐠𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲. At South Asia Young Women in Water (SAYWiW), we are driven by this very mission—to not just acknowledge, but to 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩. One of our key objectives is to assist young women water professionals in South Asia with 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 and career growth, enabling them to take charge of their futures. Let’s make sure that the worship we offer today is reflected in 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 tomorrow. It’s time to create an 𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 for girls where they can thrive, break barriers, and shape the world they want to live in. For potential employers: if you are looking for dynamic, passionate, and skilled young women professionals in water, let’s connect! SAYWiW is proud to support a talented network of young women ready to make a difference. Together, we can ensure that girls don’t just survive, they 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞. #KanyaPuja #GirlsCan #InternationalDayoftheGirlChild #WomenEmpowerment #Mahashtami #Mahanavami #WomenInWater #GenderEquality #SAYWiW #OpportunitiesForWomen #ClimateLeaders #DayoftheGirl

It was an amazing experience to be part of 25 Millenium Fellows of the University for Development studies cohort who partnered together to undertake a project in line with the #MilleniumFellowship organized by United Nations AcademicI mpact and MCN. Our core values as a group are #empowerment and Inclusion because we envision a world where women are empowered and uplifted as equal partners of society to nurture and educate children to champion sustainable ways to protect, restore and promote forest, combat desertification and halt and reverse desertification and biodiversity loss. Our project is called “Tizaa Bonyeni” which literally translates as “We are all one”. We educated and empowered women to be seen as partners of the society and take up the rights and responsibilities of nurturing their children above their physiological needs. This targets SDG 5, achieve #genderequality and empower all women and girls. We believe the empowered women will use their expertise and skills acquire to educate their children on issues of life on land which aims to address SDG 15, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, halt biodiversity loss. #Womenempowerement isn’t solely about upholding fundamental human rights; it’s also indispensable for fostering social, economic, and political progress.

🌍📸 Committed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)! The SDGs represent a global roadmap for a more just, inclusive, and sustainable future. Each of us plays a crucial role in achieving these goals, ensuring that no one is left behind. It's vital to advance the SDGs to reduce social inequalities and promote a society where everyone has access to equal opportunities. Together, we can build a better world where justice, peace, and prosperity are a reality for all. #SDGs #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #ReduceInequalities #LeaveNoOneBehind #SustainableDevelopment #PoliticalScience #CostaRica

Mahatma Gandhi's vision of #sustainable development indeed aligns with the #UnitedNations Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs) adopted in 2015. His emphasis on local self-reliance and production resonates with #SDG12 on responsible consumption and production, promoting the reduction of reliance on non-renewable resources and fostering sustainability. Gandhi's respect for nature and advocacy for sustainable practices that preserve the environment for future generations are in harmony with SDGs 13 (climate action), 14 (life below water), and 15 (life on land). His commitment to social justice and equality, reflected in his support for eliminating poverty and inequality, aligns with SDGs 1 (no poverty), 2 (zero hunger), and 10 (reduced inequalities). His philosophy of non-violence is relevant to #SDG16, which focuses on peace, justice, and strong institutions. Gandhiji's holistic approach to sustainability, emphasizing local self-sufficiency, respect for nature, social justice, and non-violence offers a valuable framework for addressing 21st-century challenges and inspiring a more sustainable and equitable future for all. Despite limitations, Gandhiji's idea of self-sufficiency continues to be relevant and inspiring, encouraging us to think critically about our #consumption habits, reduce our reliance on non-renewable resources, and support local communities. It is important to balance self-sufficiency with the realities of the modern world and find ways to promote sustainable development and social justice while recognizing the benefits of global interconnectedness. #sdgs #esg #socialjustice #sdg1 #sdg2 #sdg10 #sdg13 #sdg14 #sdg15 #sgd16 #renewableenergy #gandhijayanti #unitednations # #linkedin #ppchattaraj

Kinohi, a student at Kamehameha Schools and an SDG Youth Council Member, explains how her ancestors laid the foundation for sustainable practices — and how those traditions are changing the world today by delivering on the #SDGs. Learn more on #IndigenousPeoplesDay: bit.ly/4eBCVhi