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Big mission science and large infrastructure projects take a systems-based approach. Can we do the same for sustainability science?

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Guest blog by  ISC Science Director Vanessa McBride’s contribution to the plenary session at the XXXII General Assembly of the International Astronomical Union (IAU) titled “Science for Society” explores the need for transdisciplinary mission-based science. Originally published here. We often talk about the science of astronomy and its impact on society. But today I would like to make the case that we should be thinking not about science  for  society, but rather that Science  is  society – that is – it is part of the very fabric of society. As children we learn science through play and experimentation. This is the foundation of science, and so by its very nature, it is part of all of us. The mission of the International Science Council (ISC) is to “advance science as a global public good”. A global public good is essentially defined in the name. It means it has to be of broad benefit, and it should be free at the point of delivery. Providing it means that scientists, acting on behalf
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2024 UNC Water and Health Conference - October 14-18 - Science, Policy and Practice Virtual Registration now open

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2024 UNC Water and Health Conference: Science, Policy, and Practice Virtual Conference Registration     Dear Colleague,  The 2024 UNC Water and Health Conference, being held October 14-18 at the Friday Center in Chapel Hill, NC, is about a month away! We understand that some individuals may not be able to attend the conference in-person so we are pleased to offer many of our conference sessions online. Please read below to learn more about the 2024 UNC Water and Health Conference Virtual Platform. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to us at waterinstitute@sph.unc.edu .     
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Global Citizen Concert NYC 28th September - with Post Malone, Doja Cat, Jelly Roll

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T he Global Citizen Festival New York City is taking place on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in NYC’s Central Park on the Great Lawn.  The gates at Central Park will open at 2 p.m. and the show will start around 4 p.m.  Global Citizen Festival is an annual music festival where fans take actions toward ending extreme poverty in order to earn free tickets. Our festivals bring together Global Citizens, artists, activists, world leaders, philanthropists, corporate leaders, and more, with one collective mission: end extreme poverty now. It’s a moment both to celebrate all we have achieved together, and all we continue to achieve together.  The inaugural Global Citizen Festival took place on September 29, 2012, with 60,000 people in attendance on the Great Lawn in New York’s iconic Central Park. The festival featured live performances by Neil Young with Crazy Horse, Foo Fighters, The Black Keys, Band of Horses, K’Naan and more. Since then, artists like Rihanna, Beyoncé, JAY-Z, Pearl Jam, Stevie W
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Post of the Campaign of Campaigns newsletter with links to feminist material and a film

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 A great video and newsletter by Newsletter of the Campaign of Campaigns, with the links to our new feminist material: a feminist and decolonial satire on trade justice.    “Agatha Krispis in: The Merchant of Ideas” by Las Reinas Chulas Have you ever imagined a world untangled of trade agreements? What do gummy bear vitamins and GMOs have in common? If you're ready to challenge the status quo and have some answers, check out the new feminist cabaret play by Las Reinas Chulas. This theatrical production aims to spark critical debates about trade dynamics, intellectual property, and their impact on people's well-being and the planet, all through satire and a feminist perspective from the Global South. This theatrical production is designed to ignite critical debates on trade dynamics, intellectual property, and their impact on the well-being of people and the planet—all delivered through satire and a feminist lens from the Global South. The virtual premiere of this feminist play
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Events for the Summit of the Future - from the Coalition for the UN We Need

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    With the Summit of the Future fast approaching, the Coalition for the UN We Need would like to ensure that our partners are engaged and informed of all major engagements and activities. We encourage you to spotlight your events and initiatives related to the Summit to foster broader collaboration and visibility. At the same time, we kindly ask that you mark your calendars for the following key engagements during the Summit:      
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