Economist and writer Christian Felber presents his "Economy for the Common Good" initiative. He explores whether businesses can achieve both endless growth and be fair and sustainable, and if an

Economist and writer Christian Felber presents his "Economy for the Common Good" initiative. He explores whether businesses can achieve both endless growth and be fair and sustainable, and if an economic model untainted by our current financial system is possible. Learn more about Felber's work and his book Felber Book on Common Good.

Launched in 2010, the 'Economy for the Common Good' is now supported by over 2000 businesses across 40 countries. It aims to create systemic change by awarding legal benefit points to socially responsible companies, encouraging their pursuit of the common good. Felber demonstrates how this shift can be achieved, and his book "Change Everything" is available for purchase.

Published on August 29, 2016, by Google Talks, this features Otto Scharmer. He is a Senior Lecturer

Published on August 29, 2016, by Google Talks, this features Otto Scharmer. He is a Senior Lecturer at MIT, co-founder of the Presencing Institute and the Global Wellbeing Lab, and chairs the MIT IDEAS program.

Scharmer introduced the concept of "presencing"—learning from the emerging future—in his bestselling books *Theory U* and *Presence*.

To order his book, *Theory U*, visit Amazon or your local bookstore.

Richard Wilkinson and Kate Pickett's *The Spirit Level* demonstrated how less equal societies perform

Richard Wilkinson and Kate Pickett's *The Spirit Level* demonstrated how less equal societies perform worse across various social measures, including health, education, and wellbeing. This work significantly heightened public awareness of inequality's impacts.

Their subsequent book, *The Inner Level*, argues that societies built on fundamental equality, sharing, and reciprocity foster greater wellbeing. It contrasts these with societies driven by excessive individualism and aggression, offering new perspectives on how we should organize our collective lives.

My career as a Legacy Coach was inspired by the desire to leave our planet better. I now help individuals make a difference, researching leaders who champion positive global impact to develop new,

My career as a Legacy Coach was inspired by the desire to leave our planet better. I now help individuals make a difference, researching leaders who champion positive global impact to develop new, responsible leaders.

This embodies the "sustainability mindset in action," a concept by Isabel Rimanoczy, Ed.D. She cultivates "change accelerators" by studying business leaders driving corporate initiatives with positive environmental and community impact, addressing global challenges.

Rimanoczy authored *Big Bang Being: Developing the Sustainability Mindset* and over 140 articles. Her latest book, co-edited with Keru Kassal, is available on Amazon. She also blogs for the Huffington Post.

N. Scott Momaday, a celebrated writer, teacher, artist, and storyteller, will discuss his career at The City Club of Cleveland, Ohio, on September 28, 2018.

Momaday has dedicated his life

N. Scott Momaday, a celebrated writer, teacher, artist, and storyteller, will discuss his career at The City Club of Cleveland, Ohio, on September 28, 2018.

Momaday has dedicated his life to preserving Native American culture and oral tradition. Author of 13 books, he won the 1969 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for *House Made of Dawn*, considered the first novel of the Native American Renaissance. His accolades include the 2007 National Medal of Arts and the 2018 Anisfield-Wolf Book Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Drawing from Eastern wisdom and Western science, Peter Russell, with degrees in theoretical physics, experimental psychology, and computer

Drawing from Eastern wisdom and Western science, Peter Russell, with degrees in theoretical physics, experimental psychology, and computer science from Cambridge, applies a sharp, critical mind to self-awakening. He asserts that humanity's next great frontier is inner space – the development of the human mind – addressing profound questions about non-duality, consciousness, and reality.

Russell has authored ten books, including *The Global Brain Awakens* and *From Science to God: A Physicist’s Journey into the Mystery of Consciousness*, synthesizing scientific rationale with intuitive wisdom.

Source: Science and Nonduality

Howard Zinn (1922-2010) was an American historian, playwright, and socialist thinker.

He chaired the history and social sciences department at Spelman College and taught political science

Howard Zinn (1922-2010) was an American historian, playwright, and socialist thinker.

He chaired the history and social sciences department at Spelman College and taught political science at Boston University. Zinn authored over 20 books, including his best-selling and influential *A People's History of the United States*.

Young people globally are increasingly demanding and taking action on climate change. Our "Creating Citizens" initiative provides a forum for youth to engage with peers and leaders on pressing

Young people globally are increasingly demanding and taking action on climate change. Our "Creating Citizens" initiative provides a forum for youth to engage with peers and leaders on pressing issues. Join us for a special panel featuring young climate activists discussing their work and the power of youth to address the climate crisis, racial, and social injustice.

Attendees will receive a free copy of Vanessa Nakate's book, A Bigger Picture: My Fight to Bring a New African Voice to the Climate Crisis. Speakers include Samir Chowdhury, Vanessa Nakate, Zaria Romero, and Darren Zook. Special thanks to the Ken & Jaclyn Broad Family Foundation.

The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosts over 500 annual events. Learn more and become a member: https://www.commonwealthclub.org/membership.

Jason Saul, a leading expert in social impact measurement, delivered a TEDxChicago talk titled "How to restore trust in Government."

As Founder and CEO of Mission Measurement, he advises

Jason Saul, a leading expert in social impact measurement, delivered a TEDxChicago talk titled "How to restore trust in Government."

As Founder and CEO of Mission Measurement, he advises governments, corporations, foundations, and nonprofits. His work focuses on maximizing the return on their social initiatives.

Saul is also the author of numerous books and articles on social strategy and measurement.

Black communities have a long, complex relationship with American soil, marked by systemic racism and dispossession. This history directly connects to current "food apartheid" and the rise of the

Black communities have a long, complex relationship with American soil, marked by systemic racism and dispossession. This history directly connects to current "food apartheid" and the rise of the Black farming movement, worker cooperatives, and sustainable practices aimed at ensuring healthy, local food access for all.

The San Francisco Foundation and The Commonwealth Club of California hosted a discussion on November 8, 2021, exploring these critical issues. Doria Robinson, Executive Director of Urban Tilth, and Andrea Talley, Worker-Owner of Mandela Grocery Cooperative, shared insights. Noted author Natalie Baszile moderated the conversation.

The Commonwealth Club, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, makes programs like this possible. Learn more and become a member: https://www.commonwealthclub.org/membership.