Feeling frustrated about the state of the world?
Want to talk about solutions? Take this course!
Our Shared Future
Course Description
Our Shared Future explores how we can build a more just and sustainable Vancouver – and world. Interactive activities take participants on a journey that starts with envisioning what a (future) Vancouver could look like, then explores how we can be effective change agents, and ends with an understanding of the obstacles in our path – and how to overcome them.
Insightful lectures, provocative readings, small and large group discussions, and participatory activities make for a lively learning environment that draws on the knowledge and experience of participants.
Course Outline
Week One: Introduction: From Combating Climate Change to Eradicating Poverty – We Can Shape the Future
Week Two: Envisioning A More Just and Sustainable Vancouver
Week Three: (Learning from) Inspiring Stories from Around the World
Week Four: Getting From Here to There: Strategies that Work
Week Five: Laying Out an Action Agenda
Week Six: Debunking the Myths that Inhibit Our Vision
Week Seven: Inspiring Others and Learning to Work Together
Week Eight: Overcoming Obstacles and Taking Action
Our Shared Future Fall Offerings
1. The Unitarian Church at 49th and Oak
8 Thursdays, starting October 16
7:00 to 9:30 pm
To Register call Sarah at 604.261.7204 (starting September 2)
2. SFU Harbour Centre Continuing Education for Seniors (55+)
6 Thursdays starting September 11
9:30-11:30 am
To register call 778-782-5000 (when connected, press 3 to bypass the automated message).
For more info on either version of the course please contact Jessie Smith at:
604.876.4402
jessierain [at] shaw.ca
