The SDG Academy creates and curates graduate-level courses on sustainable development for learners around the world. From sustainable cities to human rights to climate action, each of our courses addresses the fundamental challenge facing our world today: How do people, communities, businesses and governments coexist, cooperate and collaborate to save the one planet we have? The SDG Academy's courses are fully interactive, so you can meet, debate and learn from both our global faculty of sustainable development experts and your fellow learners. Learn more about the SDG Academy – an initiative of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network.
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Discover the essential principles and practices behind creating effective universal social protection systems in this enlightening online course. From understanding the right to social security to implementing life-cycle coverage, you'll gain insights into addressing societal challenges through robust social protection frameworks.
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Dive into 'The Living Amazon: Science, Cultures and Sustainability in Practice' on edX. This course offers an in-depth look at one of the world's most vital regions, examining its ecological significance, cultural richness, and the threats it faces. Gain insights into sustainable development strategies aimed at preserving the Amazon's biodiversity and indigenous cultures for current and future generations.
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Embark on an educational journey to understand the pivotal role that mining and material sciences play in driving sustainable development transformations. This course delves into how advancements in these fields can help achieve critical goals such as combating climate change, ensuring a just energy transition, and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Discover how to foster decent work opportunities and promote economic growth through this comprehensive online course from edX. Explore research insights into the dynamics of informality, structural change, labor mobility, and income distribution during economic development. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to craft impactful policies that support SDG 8 – a cornerstone for global prosperity.
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Explore the power of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to mitigate disaster risks and adapt to climate change. This course on edX will equip you with the knowledge to harness nature's resilience-building capabilities for a sustainable future.