The session discussed the current status and further work required for local policy adoption and alignment of global and national sustainability goals in towns and cities, as well as how to strengthen inclusive public engagement processes, which can serve as powerful venues for sustainability learning and action.
Speakers
Dr Manvita Baradi,
Urban Management Centre, Ahmedabad
Mr Paco Bunnik,
Senior Urban Designer, City of Amsterdam
Dr Jigna Desai,
CEPT University, Ahmedabad
Dr Balamurugan Ratha Krishnan,
Green Growth Asia Foundation, Malaysia
Develop case studies and toolkits on ESD for urban issues
Educators must participate in Urban forums and highlight approaches for multi-stakeholder learning, capacity building and how these contribute to progress on the 2030 agenda and global sustainability goals
Advocate for programmes for capacity building for urban political and administrative leaders, including on ESD approaches
Advocate for programmes for multi-stakeholder approaches for urban sustainability
Initiate a Green Global Citizen(ship) programme for youth change-makers