With funding provided by Our Shared Ocean, an initiative from the Government of Ireland to build research partnerships with SIDS, Island Innovation has designed a comprehensive 6-week online course in Sustainable Development. The course material offers a structured and immersive learning experience that will educate and engage students from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and provides key practical skills and the principles of sustainable development.
“Best-Practice Skills for Sustainable Development in the SIDS” will provide participants with an understanding of the interplay between social, economic, and environmental factors crucial for fostering sustainable practices. This course is tailored to equip students with a comprehensive understanding and practical skills essential for driving positive change within their communities and beyond, covering a diverse range of topics including sustainable business strategies, cross-sectoral collaboration, and global sustainability initiatives.
Apply before March 8th
One of the highlights of this program is its culmination at the prestigious Global Sustainable Islands Summit (GSIS) to be held on Prince Edward Island, Canada. Course Participants will be eligible to apply for Our Shared Ocean Mobility & Travel Grants (up to €2000) to facilitate their attendance at the GSIS. The 10 highest scoring applications will have registration included and a facilitated meeting with the Our Shared Ocean and PEI University Teams. However, all participants will have the invaluable opportunity to showcase their newfound knowledge and skills through meaningful presentations, contributing to the collective dialogue on global sustainability.
Eligibility for Enrolment:
Post-graduate (MSc / PhD) SIDS national students currently enrolled in an eligible SIDS institution, with priority given to those studying at such institutions.
Consideration may be extended to SIDS nationals studying abroad in cases where there is limited uptake from eligible institutions.
Students from various disciplines including Environmental Sciences, Marine Biology, Climate Studies, Oceanography, Finance, and related fields are encouraged to apply. Applicants must articulate how the course will contribute to their ongoing studies or research, and how they plan to apply the acquired skills to their current academic pursuits.
Applicants will be short-listed based on the strength of their applications. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to participate in group projects and presentations as part of the course curriculum.
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