Education for Peace & Planet: From Histories to Futures
Monday, 22 September 2025
4.00 – 10.00 PM CEST – 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
Hybrid: The Interchurch Center & Online
475 Riverside Dr, New York, United States
NORRAG is a partner in the “Ages of Globalization” free, interdisciplinary, and interactive learning initiative inspired by Professor Jeffrey D. Sachs’ book. It is designed to prepare learners worldwide to confront today’s complex global challenges and shape sustainable futures.
Anchored in the Ages of Globalization learning initiative, this gathering in the sidelines of the UN General Assembly 2025 will bring together educators, youth, policymakers, and thought leaders to explore how historical insights, socio-emotional well-being, and systems thinking can shape just and resilient futures. It will feature interactive panels, global spotlights, networking opportunities, and a keynote from Professor Jeffrey Sachs.
Key posters from NORRAG’s exhibition examining the role of education in achieving the SDGs will be displayed during the meeting.
Agenda
Please note this agenda is in EDT
- 10:00 – 10:30 AM Coffee & Welcome
- 10:30 – 11:00 AM Keynote Address: Professor Jeffrey D. Sachs on “The Importance of Education for Peace & Planet: Advancing SDG 4.7”
- 11:00 – 12:00 PM Panel I: Learning Across Ages – How History Prepares Us for the Future (Reflections from the Ages of Globalization)
- 12:00 – 12:30 PM Spotlight 1: Schools for Goal 7
- 12:30 – 1:30 PM Lunch & Networking
- 1:30 – 2:30 PM Panel 2: Emotional Wellbeing & Planetary Futures
- 2:30 – 3:00 PM Spotlight 2: Climate StoryMaps – Eco Ambassadors Solutions Lab
- 3:00 – 3:15 PM Meditation & Reflection
- 3:15 – 3:30 PM Spotlight 3: Launch of the AoG Higher Education Series
- 3:30 – 4:00 PM Coffee & Networking Reception with a Purpose