Sustainability Month
Based on our current trend, we face an uphill battle to reach the Paris Agreement on time. If one day is all we can spare, it is not enough. There is a scientific consensus about climate change but the topic of sustainability is often still too “niche” and not widely discussed enough. Therefore, a cultural approach to sustainability could contribute as a catalyst for more and quicker change.
Sustainability Month is the idea that one day, Earth Day, is not enough. Sustainability relates to our consumption habits and how we tread on the planet. Therefore, we are recognizing April as Sustainability Month during which we set a tone to promote sustainable practices and norms.
During this month, we encourage a paradigm shift in the way we view our world and to develop a sustainable culture. This can be done by organizing actions, events, campaigns, competitions, and more to foster sustainable engagement in our lifestyles and consumption behaviors.
We hope to engage a community of people and include a diversity of voices, fostering solidarity and developing new perspectives by challenging assumptions and norms. Along the way, we hope to have some fun and perhaps improve ourselves through the process.
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Calendar
Below is a calendar of planned activities and events planned by our participating organizations (scroll to April to check it out)!
Alternatively, you can check out our list of activites and events by clicking below.
Are you planning an event or competition during Sustainability Month and would like to include and promote your event through the calendar? Fill in the form below to submit your event.
Why is it important?
Want to better understand why we’re doing this? Check out Complex Ry’s sharing about Sustainability Month and the significance of social and cultural impact on climate issues.
Organization Involved
Leading Organizations
Partner Organizations
International Education for Sustainability Association (ISLE)
International Universities Climate Alliance (IUCA)
Ökosoziales Studierendenforum (OESSFO)
Participating Organizations
Association For Progressive African Youth (AJAP Nigeria)
Community Education and Solutions Foundation
Earth Regenerative Project Sierra Leone
International Education for Sustainability Association (ISLE)
Ökosoziales Studierendenforum (OESSFO)
Students of Kyrgyzstan for the Green Economy (SKGE)
Young Indigenous Leaders for Nature and Climate (YILNAC Network)