Become a More Informed World Citizen!

Global Issues & Perspectives is a free lecture/discussion series sponsored by the Center for Creative Change (C3) to address the question:
What do we need to know to become effective global citizens? The series is an enriching opportunity to hear, learn from and be inspired by individuals — many of whom are from other cultures and countries — who are invited to Antioch to share their values and vision. Free and open to the public.

WHERE: Antioch campus, room 100

To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Support Services office at least 14 days in advance at: 206-268-4151 (phone), 206-728-5745 (TTY), or e-mail dss@antiochseattle.edu.

Thurs., Jan. 21, 7 p.m.
Transforming the Global Footprint of American Business

A conversation with business leaders who are creating social and
environmental benefits through innovative business practices. Seattle-based executives describe strategies for transforming their organization's global footprint: Valerie Bone, Director of Quality/Corporate Social Responsibility, Pacific Market International; David Okrent, Brand Director, Environment and Sustainability, The Boeing Co.; David Basson, President, Greensource Organic Clothing; and Dennis Gawlik, Faculty, Bainbridge Graduate Institute, and Director of Purchasing Services, University of Washington. Discussion facilitated by Karl Ostrom, Co-Director of NBIS, Network for Business Innovation and Sustainability.

Thurs., Feb. 18, 7 p.m.
Youth Lead the Way in Global Citizenship

High school and college students discuss experiences with peers in Jordan, Guatemala and Peru through programs with One World Now, Global Visionaries and Bridges to Understanding. One World Now's vision offers new opportunities for young people to increase their tolerance, gain new language and leadership skills and to experience other cultures first-hand. Global Visionaries educates and empowers youth to become active leaders and global citizens who promote social and environmental justice through community service at home and abroad. Bridges to Understanding uses digital technology and the art of storytelling to empower and unite youth worldwide, enhance cross-cultural understanding and build global citizenship.

Thurs., March 18, 7 p.m.
Spirituality: Common Ground for Global Engagement?

Robert Taylor explores how spirituality may offer commonalities for bridging religious, political and cultural divides in global engagement ranging from environmental issues, human rights, poverty and economic development. Taylor is the author of I'm Spiritual, Not Religious. www.robertvtaylor.com

Tues., June 15,  and Wed., June 16, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Graduate Student Symposium

Graduating students from Antioch's five Center for Creative Change degree programs present findings from their community-focused change projects. The Center offers the following degrees: M.A. in Environment and Community, M.S. in Management, M.A. in Organizational Psychology, M.A. in Strategic Communication and M.A. in Whole Systems Design.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Shelly Dove in the Center for Creative Change at 206-268-4908 or send an e-mail.

 

Recent Topics

Global Washington: Partnerships and Collaborations Around the World
November 2009
Bookda Gheisar, executive director of Global Washington, spoke about how nonprofit organizations, for-profits, foundations and academic institutions partner to engage in improving economic, social and environmental conditions of some of the world's poorest people. www.globalwa.org

How Much Is Enough? Your Money or Your Life?
October 2009
Vicki Robin, coauthor of Your Money or Your Life, discussed a transformational perspective to traditional money issues, such as investing, financial security and retirement. Responsible global citizenship requires an economy that works better for everyone. She talked about the emerging shape of the new economy, and how to prosper in it. www.yourmoneyoryourlife.info

Negotiating a Seat at the Table:
Indian Nations, the State and the United Nations
May 2009
Rudy Rÿser, Ph.D., founder and chairman, Center for World Indigenous Studies
Rÿser spoke to the emergence of Indian nations as local, regional and international players in the climate change debate.

The Future of Grassroots Development in the Majority World
 April 2009
Britt Yamamoto, executive director of iLEAP and core faculty in the Center for Creative Change and the 2009 iLEAP International Fellows
In a moderated conversation, the 2009 iLEAP International Fellows debated the promise, problems and future of development in the Majority World. These Fellows hail from Uganda, Zambia, India and Liberia and are leaders in their respective organizations where they are committed to working for change at the grass-roots. The iLEAP Fellowship program works to expand and deepen their understanding of social change through an integrated curriculum built around the methodology of reflective practice and the concept of critical service.

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