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This publication provides a snapshot of activities in the Asia-Pacific to stimulate discussion for all players in the ever increasing circle of stakeholders in Education for Sustainable Development. The importance of consistently creating network...
This publication takes a look at how some Asian and Pacific countries have attempted to forge partnerships to begin developing initiatives for the Decade. While there have been many successes, it is clear that many challenges remain and new ones have been...
This pamphlet provides a brief overview of the development concept of Gross National Happiness and its linkages with Education for Sustainable Development as a means for promoting 'Happiness' through quality learning. Download PDF --- Education for...
A resource designed to assist UNESCO Member States in the Asia-Pacific with developing national ESD indicators and monitoring systems for assessing progress during the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development. The Quick Guide provides an overview...
The Asia-Pacific Guidelines for the Development of National ESD Indicators is the product of an international collaborative effort generously funded by the Japanese Funds-In-Trust and lead by UNESCO Bangkok and Macquarie University with assistance from the...
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