FAO champions multistakeholder partnerships to build sustainable food and agriculture systems, addressing hunger, climate change, and rural poverty. The World Banana Forum (WBF) exemplifies this,

FAO champions multistakeholder partnerships to build sustainable food and agriculture systems, addressing hunger, climate change, and rural poverty. The World Banana Forum (WBF) exemplifies this, showcasing the banana sector as a global model for inclusive, climate-smart value chains. This collaboration among producers, governments, and retailers advances sustainability, fairness, and resilience through initiatives like living wages and responsible purchasing.

This event aims to raise awareness of partnerships' role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote the WBF as a replicable model for other agricultural sectors. For more information, visit the FAO Partnerships page and the World Banana Forum.

Victor Santillan, a Professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru and a key partner of FAO AIM4Forests, highlights the vital role of youth leadership in forest conservation, climate

Victor Santillan, a Professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru and a key partner of FAO AIM4Forests, highlights the vital role of youth leadership in forest conservation, climate action, and sustainable livelihoods. He collaborated with the 2025 Young Forest Champions Peru cohort, comprising 10 young leaders (50 globally) dedicated to restoring forests, monitoring ecosystems, and protecting vital landscapes. Through mentorship, capacity-building, and advanced technologies like remote sensing, participants gain skills for lasting environmental impact.

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Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and past-Dean of Environmental Studies at York University, argues that economic growth, the primary global policy objective, is unsustainable. Its long-term viability

Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and past-Dean of Environmental Studies at York University, argues that economic growth, the primary global policy objective, is unsustainable. Its long-term viability is increasingly questioned due to environmental impacts, resource scarcity, and its failure to significantly improve happiness, eliminate poverty, or create full employment.

A simulation model of the Canadian economy demonstrates that full employment, poverty eradication, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and fiscal balance are achievable without economic growth. Victor advocates shifting focus from growth to specific objectives directly related to human and planetary well-being.

The 2014 Charles David Keeling Annual Lecture, "Getting Serious About Climate Change," featured Professor David Victor.

A political

The 2014 Charles David Keeling Annual Lecture, "Getting Serious About Climate Change," featured Professor David Victor.

A political scientist from UCSD's School of International Relations and Pacific Studies, Professor Victor is a recognized leader in energy and climate change policy research. He directs the school's new Laboratory on International Law and Regulation and authored "Global Warming Gridlock: Creating More Effective Strategies for Protecting the Planet."

This lecture is part of the "Perspectives on Ocean Science" series. Visit UCTV.tv for more details.

Victor d'Allant, Executive Director of Social Edge, discussed his activities at the Skoll World Forum.

He also shared a story about a community henhouse in Burkina Faso,

Victor d'Allant, Executive Director of Social Edge, discussed his activities at the Skoll World Forum.

He also shared a story about a community henhouse in Burkina Faso, West Africa.

Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and former Dean of Environmental Studies at York

Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and former Dean of Environmental Studies at York University, was interviewed at the International DeGrowth Conference in Barcelona (March 25-29, 2010). He posits that economic growth is not necessary for a good life, and that living well without it is feasible.

The conference discussed not just stabilizing, but actively shrinking the economy—a more challenging but achievable goal requiring significant societal changes. A more in-depth speech by Dr. Victor is available on EarthSayers.tv.

Victor Davila founded EcoRyders, a series of summer workshops that make environmental and health education engaging for youth through skateboarding. Participants build their own skateboards while

Victor Davila founded EcoRyders, a series of summer workshops that make environmental and health education engaging for youth through skateboarding. Participants build their own skateboards while learning about pressing local environmental issues. EcoRyders addresses high youth obesity rates and public transportation challenges in the community.

Davila received the Brower Youth Award. This award recognizes North Americans aged 13 to 22 who demonstrate outstanding leadership on projects with positive environmental and social impact.

Victor Davila, a New Yorker, was among the seven winners of the Earth Island Institute's 2011 Brower Youth Awards.

He teaches young people in his community about environmental and health

Victor Davila, a New Yorker, was among the seven winners of the Earth Island Institute's 2011 Brower Youth Awards.

He teaches young people in his community about environmental and health issues, uniquely using skateboarding as his educational platform.