The Power of Vision: Advancing integrated and Interconnected Development
A transformative vision allows development efforts to move beyond short-term solutions toward meaningful, long-term impact. At its core, development is about people. Lasting progress depends on human transformation—shifts in consciousness, values, attitudes, and behaviors that support shared well-being. Equally important is integrating the natural world into all development efforts, ensuring flourishing is an embedded value rather than an afterthought. This approach is grounded in a unitive perspective, recognizing the indivisibility of economic, social, and environmental goals.
This interactive hybrid session will explore the power of shared vision, which ultimately fosters a sense of common destiny, a strong basis for SDG 17 since it supports collaboration over competition as well as inclusive, equitable development of cultures that leave no one behind.
Speakers:
Alfredo Sfeir Younis, Former Director of World Bank, Environmental Economist
Youssef Mahmoud, Former UN Under Secretary General
Audrey Kitagawa, Founder, International Academy for Multicultural Cooperation
Register: https://bit.ly/hlpfvision
