The ITU and 12 partners developed the "Toolkit on Digital Transformation for People-Oriented Cities and Communities" to strengthen technical and institutional capacities for urban digital

The ITU and 12 partners developed the "Toolkit on Digital Transformation for People-Oriented Cities and Communities" to strengthen technical and institutional capacities for urban digital transformation. This toolkit connects technological solutions for urban operations, empowering authorities to adopt cutting-edge technologies for more inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable societies.

It offers insights on international standards, guidance, and use-cases for emerging technologies like AI, alongside reports on digital transformation. Universally beneficial, the Toolkit supports cities, communities, regions, and countries regardless of their development level or status. An AI for Good Webinar will explore its benefits for driving digital transformation within the smart city ecosystem.

Bioneers' co-founder and Chief Relationship Strategist Nina Simons traditionally opens each conference. With clarity and passion, she outlines Bioneers' history and core values, emphasizing

Bioneers' co-founder and Chief Relationship Strategist Nina Simons traditionally opens each conference. With clarity and passion, she outlines Bioneers' history and core values, emphasizing reverence for nature, biological, and human diversity.

Simons stresses the importance of balancing our inner and outer worlds. This balance is crucial for fostering a new civilization built on relationships, rather than material possessions.

Learn more at http://www.bioneers.org

Climate is fundamental to all ecological, biological, and human systems. As we confront a long climate emergency, skilled leaders are uniting to transform our lifestyles and foster widespread

Climate is fundamental to all ecological, biological, and human systems. As we confront a long climate emergency, skilled leaders are uniting to transform our lifestyles and foster widespread resilience.

Key figures in this effort include Berkeley's Chief Resilience Officer Timothy Burroughs, Professor David W. Orr, and financial adviser Tom Van Dyck.

In February 2024, CISL convened a Global Leadership Summit, gathering international leaders to address pressing societal and leadership challenges. Discussions spanned geopolitics, economics, and

In February 2024, CISL convened a Global Leadership Summit, gathering international leaders to address pressing societal and leadership challenges. Discussions spanned geopolitics, economics, and technology, aiming to define the leadership required in today's turbulent world.

Interim CEO Lindsay Hooper and Chief Systems Change Officer Eliot Whittington discuss the summit's key takeaways and conclusions.

Read the full report: Global Leadership in an Age of Turbulence

The Pathways to Planetary Health initiative at the Garrison Institute hosted an online forum on June 24. Garrison Institute Co-founder Jonathan F.P. Rose joined Kate Raworth, Leonora Grcheva, and

The Pathways to Planetary Health initiative at the Garrison Institute hosted an online forum on June 24. Garrison Institute Co-founder Jonathan F.P. Rose joined Kate Raworth, Leonora Grcheva, and Erinch Sahan from Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL) to explore Doughnut Economics. This framework defines the goal of economics as "social and ecological wellbeing rather than growth."

The discussion highlighted its global application. Kate Raworth introduced the concept, followed by Leonora Grcheva's insights on city implementation and Erinch Sahan's perspective on business applications. This insightful forum, reflecting the Garrison Institute's "Timeless Wisdom, Timely Action," offered ideas for improving the quality of life for all.

Environmental justice addresses critical global concerns: communities worldwide disproportionately face environmental hazards, and the benefits and costs of environmental policies are often

Environmental justice addresses critical global concerns: communities worldwide disproportionately face environmental hazards, and the benefits and costs of environmental policies are often unequally distributed. Learn more about OECD's work on this topic: OECD Environmental Justice.

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international body established in 1960. It collaborates to build better policies for prosperity, equality, and well-being. The OECD works with governments to establish evidence-based international standards and find solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges, serving as a unique forum for data, analysis, and best practices. A related Vidéo en français is also available. For more about the OECD: About the OECD.

"Two American Families: 1991-2024" is a FRONTLINE documentary chronicling the economic struggles of two Milwaukee families—one Black, one white—over 34 years. It intimately follows the

"Two American Families: 1991-2024" is a FRONTLINE documentary chronicling the economic struggles of two Milwaukee families—one Black, one white—over 34 years. It intimately follows the Stanleys and Neumanns as they battle to avoid poverty amidst the changing American economy, from the rise of lower-wage work to current inflation. Despite continuous challenges across six presidential administrations, both families and their now-grown children demonstrate remarkable resilience.

This powerful journalism, made possible by viewers, raises unsettling questions about the American economy. Support your local PBS station: [Donate to PBS](https://www.pbs.org/donate/). Explore related reporting: [Two American Families](https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/documentary/two-american-families/).

Ellen MacArthur and Christiana Figueres met with BBC's Sumi Somaskanda at NYC Climate Week to discuss the Global Plastics Treaty. They highlighted this critical opportunity to address plastic

Ellen MacArthur and Christiana Figueres met with BBC's Sumi Somaskanda at NYC Climate Week to discuss the Global Plastics Treaty. They highlighted this critical opportunity to address plastic pollution through a globally coordinated, legally-binding agreement.

Existing solutions and efforts by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation demonstrate the power of collective action. Final UN Global Plastics Treaty negotiations in Busan, Korea, this November offer a chance to establish ambitious, global rules for the entire plastics life cycle, transforming the system and preventing waste. The Foundation promotes a circular economy to eliminate waste and regenerate nature.

Learn more about their work at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation website and YouTube channel, or follow them on social media.

The session "Bridging the digital skills divide" will take place on Tuesday, 17 September 2024, from 14:00 – 15:15. It addresses the critical lack of digital knowledge and skills, a primary

The session "Bridging the digital skills divide" will take place on Tuesday, 17 September 2024, from 14:00 – 15:15. It addresses the critical lack of digital knowledge and skills, a primary barrier to Internet use and closing the digital divide.

The discussion will explore the needs of specific groups, including the elderly, persons with disabilities, farmers, and women in rural communities, who face significant usage gaps. Experts will highlight intergenerational skill disparities and present successful digital initiatives.

The session aims to identify concrete actions, solutions, and tools for inclusive digital capacity development, contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This CISL webinar explores the "Better business: Re-thinking business models for nature positive outcomes" report. Funded by UKRI and EU-Horizon as part of the A-Track project, it advocates for a

This CISL webinar explores the "Better business: Re-thinking business models for nature positive outcomes" report. Funded by UKRI and EU-Horizon as part of the A-Track project, it advocates for a systemic, transformational shift towards a nature-positive economy, moving beyond operational changes. The aim is to identify and scale profitable business models aligned with global nature goals.

Eliot Whittington discusses the work's broader policy context, while lead author Anum Sheikh presents key implications for business. Harry Greenfield details how businesses can engage in this three-year project through workshops, hackathons, and pilots, benefiting from CISL's innovation and advisory expertise.