ESD Success Stories are showcasing compelling stories with a personal/human dimension from all five UNESCO regions (Africa, Arab States, Asia and Pacific, Europe & North America and Latin America & the Caribbean). The stories illustrate the wide diversity of ESD approaches and initiatives taking place in different parts of the world. They show how involvement with ESD has changed the lives of specific individual persons and how they have become more active in their community. Each story centers on one individual or a group of individuals. SEE ALL SUCCESS STORIES
2016
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December 2016: Green Impact: The numbers speak for themselves (UNITED KINGDOM) The National Union of Students (NUS) UK enables, accredits and awards university departments for sustainability efforts through its "Green Impact" scheme. |
February 2016: Being the change they want to see (GUATEMALA/EL SALVADOR)
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June 2016: The Green Office Model: Making universities more sustainable (GERMANY) Students working with university staff and researchers to integrate sustainability into the university’s teaching, research, operations and daily life in general
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March 2016: The future is looking rosier (INDONESIA) The Jayagiri Centre in Indonesia teaches environment-friendly business skills. It helps reduce the number of school dropouts and supports rural residents. |
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October 2015: It takes a (small) village (JAPAN) The small village of Omori-cho in Japan explores alternative paths to prosperity based on community action and sustainability. |
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ESD success stories by region
Africa
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Arab States
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Asia and the Pacific
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Europe and North America
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Latin America and the Caribbean
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