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Making the World a Better Place Through Sustainability & Trishaw Rides
by Kristine A. Schaan, MA, NHA, CPG I started this series inviting readers to ponder the following: in the context of humanity, what is your future outlook on the world? When you look ahead is your natural inclination that of an optimist or pessimist? Perhaps you lean towards the latter, given the state of overwhelmingly negative […]
Partnerships: The Cornerstone of Success
by Kristine A. Schaan, MA, NHA, CPG I view partnerships to be like relationships – they require a significant investment in time and effort, but in the end prove to be extremely rewarding. Without partnerships, what would the world look like? Indeed partnerships serve as the cornerstone of success, enabling us to do so much […]
The Rise in Sustainable Cities and Communities
Kristine A. Schaan, MA, NHA, CPG Sustainable cities and communities are characterized by an intentional design with consideration of the social, economic and environmental impact. While definitions vary, experts generally agree a sustainable city meets the needs of the present without sacrificing the ability of future generations to meet their own needs and thus, sustainable. The […]
Social Inclusion: The Fight Against Inequality
by Kristine A. Schaan, MA, NHA, CPG The world is filled with inequalities, attributed to a range of diverse and often complex factors. With respect to sustainable development, the United Nations aims to reduce inequalities and specifically: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, […]
Let’s Talk About Loneliness, Health and Well-being
by Kristine A. Schaan, MA, NHA, CPG In my previous article I introduced the work being convened by the United Nations towards the Sustainable Development Goals. If you have yet to read the primer Can a Trishaw Ride Make the World a Better Place, please visit this introductory article first so you have greater context as we […]
Can a Trishaw Ride Help Make the World a Better Place?
by Kristine A. Schaan, MA, NHA, CPG CWA’s Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals I would like to invite you to ponder the following question: in the context of humanity, what is your future outlook on the world? When you look ahead is your natural inclination that of an optimist or pessimist? Perhaps you […]