Green Minds, Healthy Hearts Social Sustainability Symposium recordings
Here you will find the symposium speeches. Please note, some of the material is available for a limited time and/or Aalto Community members only.
Building socially sustainable academic communities
Social sustainability in academic communities is not just a goal, it is a vision of inclusivity, diversity, wellbeing and the power of social interactions. It is a mindset that that dares to lead from the future. Join us on a journey where education becomes a force for transformation, where bridges are built and seed for the future are sown.
In our daily lives, we engage in numerous interactions that hold the potential to foster strong connections and enhance our community's social fabric. Building a culture steeped in respect, belonging, and social justice demands collective action from all of us. Each individual can contribute their part, but there are moments when we must summon the courage to challenge existing structures and drive transformative change, even if it means a radical shift. The primary responsibility for nurturing social sustainability resides within the practices of the organizations that govern our activities. Remember, together, we have the power to bring about change!
Discover the secrets to cultivating a vibrant and sustainable academic community through enlightening videos. These videos offer unique insights into fortifying community resilience, nurturing the wellbeing of educators, students and staff, and fostering diversity and inclusive dialogues.
Otto Scharmers lecture on "Leading from the Emerging Future"
Available through Aalto login. English with subtitles.
Liisa Postareff: "Academic Wellbeing – The relations between teaching, learning and wellbeing of the learning community"
Available through Aalto login. English with subtitles.
The knowing-doing gap and how not to sink in it
What we need is a shift in focus from knowing to not knowing, claims action researcher and MIT senior university lecturer Otto Scharmer.
Oasis blog: Empowering Futures: Reflections on Dr. Otto Scharmer's Lecture
What should we students strive for in life? Read the Wellbeing Ambassador Arttu Pahta's blog post on Dr. Otto Scharmer's lecture.
Oasis of Radical Wellbeing
On these pages you will find information and interesting references to improve wellbeing at Aalto University!
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