Global Recognition for Wales’ ESDGC Expertise
Wales has gained formal international recognition for its expertise in advancing Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship. From the 1st of February 2010, Wales will be formally recognised as a Regional Centre of Expertise (RCE) in the field of ESDGC. The formal recognition of RCE Wales from the United Nations University means that Wales will take its place alongside other recognised RCEs currently making up a global network of RCEs for ESDGC.
RCE Wales is set to become a significant player in building an educational legacy that will outlive the UN Decade for Education for Sustainable Development (2005-2014) under which programme it was launched. The establishment of RCE Wales will help ESDGC players across Wales to research, develop and promote high quality ESDGC and to increase its uptake and impact.
The initiative will help to ensure a more sustainable future for the people and environment of Wales and beyond, and ensure a legacy that will help to achieve a vibrant and secure Wales that lives within its means using only its share of the earth’s resources.
The global network to which RCE Wales now belongs will enable stakeholders to extend their reach and to bring into Wales more easily, relevant expertise from around the world. RCE Wales will serve as a focal point, facilitating coordination and increasing the impact of efforts of the individuals and organisations throughout Wales who are working voluntarily and professionally for sustainability aims, including further and higher-education institutions; schools; non-governmental organisations; private businesses and local authorities.
RCE Wales benefits from the support of the Welsh Assembly Government in tackling the complex issues involved and understanding the essential role of ESDGC in achieving the changes necessary to create a sustainable Wales. RCE Wales is also keen to assist anyone looking for ESDGC-related information to locate appropriate sources and expertise.
RCE Wales is permanently open to newcomers who are actively interested in researching, developing or promoting ESDGC. Interested parties should contact rcewales@swansea.ac.uk for further information.