The Weight of Wealth: Reassessing Our Values in the Age of Money and Power
How can we shift our focus from valuing wealth and power to embracing compassion, expertise, and collective well-being as the true measures of success in our society? This article explores the complex relationship between money and power.
Invasive Species: A Growing Threat to Ecosystems and Native Wildlife
Invasive species pose one of the most significant threats to ecosystems around the world, as these non-native organisms disrupt local biodiversity, outcompete native species for resources, and lead to ecological imbalances. Here, we explore one solution by Inversa Leathers.
Transforming Invasive Species into Art: A Pioneering Journey
Discover Laura Shape, the world’s first artist who transforms invasive species into compelling art, using her work to highlight their detrimental effects on ecosystems and inspire environmental change.
Plastics Treaty Failure Highlights the Urgent Need to Address Fossil Fuel Reliance
The plastic pollution crisis is a global disaster, with 52 million tonnes produced annually, primarily from single-use items. This issue exacerbates climate change, linked to fossil fuel consumption. Recent international talks for a binding treaty faced obstacles from fossil fuel lobbyists, highlighting the need for stronger green advocacy to combat this crisis.
From Plate to Purpose: Join the Foodie Movement with ‘Brunch in London’, a New Cookbook to Aid Child Hunger through Sustainable Food Projects
Featuring over 100 recipes from some of the city’s most talented chefs, restaurants, and cafés, this stunning cookbook will inspire your cooking and immerse you in the rich diversity of London’s food culture. Best of all, 100% of the profits from each book sold will support life-changing food projects to nourish children in critical need.
The Voice of the Ice Cap, by French Author & Polar Explorer Emmanuel Hussenet
Emmanuel Hussenet is a renowned French Arctic explorer & author who penned a moving conclusion in his best-selling book as if it were a last will from the Ice, giving it a voice as though it were a person. It serves as a powerful reminder of the urgency to protect our remaining Arctic environments, urging us to reflect on the legacy we wish to leave behind.
After 115 Days at Sea: Northwest Passage Expedition Delivers Urgent Evidence of Arctic Climate Change
The Arctic is critical for the health of our planet, but under a changing climate, this fragile ecosystem is gradually collapsing. A new expedition just crossed the legendary Northwest Passage navigating through the 6 Arctic Tipping Points to capture breakthrough data that could revolutionize our understanding of climate change and biodiversity loss.
Creation Song: A Poem by Endangered Wildlife Artist, Anthony E. Lovell
Australian-International poet Anthony E. Lovell is making a significant impact with his creative work dedicated to critically endangered wildlife. As part of the “Arts for the Future” Festival, he has crafted an exclusive new poem titled “Creation Song” to celebrate “The Role of the Artist” in global sustainability discourse.
The Humanitarian Commentary: a spoken word poem by global storyteller, Ov Onyeka
Renowned Nigerian-International poet Ov Onyeka, affectionately referred to as Brainbox, has captivated audiences with “The Humanitarian Commentary,” a poignant spoken word poem designed to coincide with Refugee Week that examines the urgent humanitarian crisis surrounding refugees.
Creative Voices: 8 Leading Global Artists Driving Social & Environmental Awareness
Discover how creativity can drive positive change in our world. Our Webinar "Creative Voices” explored the transformative power of the arts in shaping narratives, shifting mindsets, and driving meaningful change when it comes to global sustainable development.
CONGREGATION by Es Devlin: 50 (displaced) Londoners. Their Portraits. Their Journeys.
CONGREGATION features large-scale chalk and charcoal portraits of 50 Londoners who have experienced forced displacement from their homelands. Presented as a projection-mapped tiered sculpture, the work offers a luminous encounter with those who bring their gifts to London.
From Pressure to Radiance: 10 Life Lessons Inspired by the Journey of Diamonds
The discovery of the world's second-largest diamond in Botswana by Canadian firm Lucara Diamond offers various lessons that can be linked to the importance of sustainable management or how the nature of diamonds can resonate with our lives from values of resilience to our perception of worth.
"Arts for the Future" Festival: Call for Submissions Now Open!
The "Arts for the Future" Festival is dedicated to amplifying the voices of artists and cultural workers in global sustainability discussions. It is taking place from September 13-29, 2024, this hybrid festival aligns with the UN Summit of the Future, Climate Week NYC, and the UN General Assembly.
Charlotte Qin: The Artist on a Mission to Make Us Feel the Emotional Pain of Water
To make us reconnect with the importance of water, a young Chinese-Canadian artist, Charlotte Qin is dedicating her body of work solely to this precious element. The value of her art truly lies in this primary resource that is water. We explore how it can help us create a better future.
Interview with Sam Wigan: Mentorship Advice for Wellness in Business
Sam Wigan is an executive life coach and internationally selling sculptor who co-founded ‘Beluga Bean’, a wellbeing enterprise pioneering new strategies to work better and live better. Understanding very well the roller coasters that entrepreneurs face, they mentor them on strategy, resilience and purpose.
FLOW: Exclusive Sketches By Sheila Darcey, SketchPoetic
Achieving a state of flow is vital for creating a harmonious alignment of the mind, body, and spirit. This unified sense of flow can have profound effects on various aspects of life, including emotional well-being, creativity, and mental health.
What are the Origins of the Olympics Games + Key Dates & Facts between 1896 and 2024
What are the Origins of the Olympic Games? We give you the facts and all the noticeable events between the 1896 Games in Athens and the current 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The games are still a vehicle for promoting physical excellence, character development, and international understanding.
Interview with Natalia Rachel: Illuminate Your Life, Life After Trauma
The Founder of the Illuma Health clinic in Singapore, Natalia Rachel, accompanies people in their personal journey of healing and transformation and specialises in three areas: 1) Trauma recovery, 2) Transformation & self-mastery 3) Culture transformation.
Sustainable Fashion: the NEW (wild) Job Titles of the Future
We were very inspired by a post from Rachel Arthur, Advocacy Lead - Sustainable Fashion at the UN Environment Programme to ideate interesting new job titles that would drive the future of sustainable fashion. Social Change Circular Fashion Tech, Give Your Best, is part of our examples.
Ballet Nights: The NEW Dance Show That Redefines the Experience for Everyone
Jamiel Devernay-Laurence's approach to challenging the status quo in the dance industry through his artistic direction for Ballet Nights is a testament to his innovative spirit and determination to redefine traditional practices.