CAHSS, Duluth

U of M Sustainable Development Goals Initiative Announce 2021 SDG Research Grant Awards

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GPS Alliance is pleased to announce the award, as part of its systemwide initiative focused on the SDGs, of approximately $120,000 to seven research projects that align with the UNs’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the U’s strategic priorities and needs identified by communities.  

Minnesota Food Security: Communities in Crisis

via Zoom

Hosted by the University of Minnesota Sustainable Development Goal Initiative, this webinar discussed the COVID-19 pandemic and the more recent civil rights crisis that has affected every aspect of the food system—from farm to fork.

Making Connections Between the North and the South: "Our People, Our Climate"

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The Our People, Our Climate project is both an artistic showcase and skills development program focusing on the visualization of climate change in Arctic locations.

Zero Hunger: Developing Sustainable Food Systems

via Zoom

In this 9th webinar of a series on issues related to the Sustainable Development Goals, a panel of scholars and practitioners will discuss what they are doing to help sustainably feed the world's growing population— from developing new crops, to working hand-in-hand with farmers and students to exploring how climate affects food security across the globe. Panelists will offer examples and insights on where progress is being made and where more work is needed. Comments and discussion will focus on SDG #2 Zero Hunger targets.