Compassion - a new mindset for development studies? Inaugural lecture by ISS rector, Professor Ruard Ganzevoort

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 16Oct
In his inaugural lecture given as part of ISS' Dies Natalis celebrations on 13 October 2023, new rector of the International Institute of Social Studies, Professor Ruard Ganzevoort, argued that compassion could offer a new mindset enabling us to reconceive development in non-extractive ways.
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SIPRI and UNODA hold dialogues on ‘Responsible AI for Peace’

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 16Oct
On 13–14 September, SIPRI and the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) held the first of two multi-stakeholder dialogues on ‘Responsible AI for Peace and Security’. Fifteen experts from industry, academia, civil society and government gathered online for two days of discussion.
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Anti-Slavery Day: The “Illegal Migration” Act 2023 and it’s implications for survivors in the UK

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 16Oct
Thursday, 12th October 2023Categories: Blog. October 18 is Anti-Slavery Day. It is a chance for us to come together, to learn, and to take action to achieve a world where everyone can live in freedom. Our Communications Manager, Jessica Turner, reflects on the ‘Illegal Migration’ Act and its implications for survivors of slavery in the UK.
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Hive Minds: experiences of ‘citizen science’ and community research (16 October 2023)

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 16Oct
10:00am - 12:00pm Date and time: Monday 16 October, 10.00-12.00 Location: online. This webinar explores community participation in research. Reflecting on the Institute for Community Studies’ paper, which shares the experiences of UKRI’s Citizen Science Collaboration Grants projects, this event welcomes those with experience of ‘citizen science’ or participatory and community-engaged research.
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UN GLOBAL COMPACT: Business Leadership in Times of Crisis: Collected Insights from Chief Executive Officers into Successes, Challenges and Areas for Future Focus

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Oct
The UN Global Compact has compiled perspectives from CEOs across the globe, to provide policymakers, companies, and the public with practical insights into business leadership in today’s novel and dynamic operating environment. This report describes how today’s CEOs face complex challenges to their operations—and to their sustainability agenda.
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World’s Largest Lesson Youth Advisory Panel 22/23

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Oct
World’s Largest Lesson is inviting students aged 11-14 to apply to join our new Youth Advisory Panel. If you know of students who may be interested in applying please read on.
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SAVE THE DATE: 17 OCT, 2023 Shared Priorities for a Just Transition: Rights and the renewable energy value chain

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Oct
This webinar will explore the concept of a just transition from a multi-stakeholder perspective, presenting the forthcoming UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights report on Just Transition, Extractive Industries and Human Rights and the Business & Human Rights Resource Centre's Just Energy Transition Principles.
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PEACE NEXUS: TOWARDS A PEACEFUL AND JUST TRANSITION

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Oct
Announcing the newest report from PeaceNexus and the International Growth Centre, exploring the social impacts of renewable energy projects in fragile markets.
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Sussex Development Lectures: Peacebuilding and development: Education for forgiveness and reconciliation in the Arab region

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Oct
1 November 2023 16:00–17:30 In this Sussex Development Lecture, Mohammed Abu-Nimer will share his research and practice on questions – and issues related to advancing reconciliation and forgiveness in the Arab region, as a pathway to building peace and sustainable development in conflict areas.
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CENTER FOR PUBLIC IMPACT, A BCG Foundation

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Submitted by Simone Galimberti 13Oct
"We act as a learning partner for governments, public servants, and the diverse network of changemakers leading the charge to reimagine government so that it works for everyone."
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