Manush Hovnanyan, an environmental activist and NGO founder, discusses Dilijan's environmental challenges. She shares her journey in fostering eco-friendly practices and engaging various parties

Manush Hovnanyan, an environmental activist and NGO founder, discusses Dilijan's environmental challenges. She shares her journey in fostering eco-friendly practices and engaging various parties to find solutions.

As a teacher and president of "Contribution to Women and Children," Manush empowers young women, encouraging their active involvement in politics and advocating for democratization in Armenia. She believes there are increasing opportunities for women in the political sphere.

A proud member of the KATARINE Women’s Political Leadership program, Manush champions women's participation and eco-education. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Ilarion Merculieff shares Mother Earth's message on global challenges and Indigenous Elders' guidance. He notes that despite numerous environmental organizations, Earth's life support systems are

Ilarion Merculieff shares Mother Earth's message on global challenges and Indigenous Elders' guidance. He notes that despite numerous environmental organizations, Earth's life support systems are failing. Merculieff urges a fundamental realignment in how we address human issues, stating "business as usual" is unsustainable.

With over forty years serving Indigenous peoples, Merculieff is a passionate advocate for Indigenous rights and a harmonious relationship with Mother Earth. He leads the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways and advises other key organizations. The discussion was moderated by Andrei Gheorghe.

The critical work of our time is nature's restoration, yet over $2 trillion is spent annually on military operations and armaments. This global spending fuels wars, destroys cities and critical

The critical work of our time is nature's restoration, yet over $2 trillion is spent annually on military operations and armaments. This global spending fuels wars, destroys cities and critical ecosystems, emits millions of tons of greenhouse gases, pollutes land and water, and exacerbates the climate crisis, increasing vulnerability to catastrophic floods, droughts, and diseases.

Military alliances are not the answer; the real battle is saving life on our planet, which requires us to stop destroying it. This vital discussion features Kati Juva (Co-President, International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War) and Tamara Lorincz (environmental advocate, Canadian Voice of Women for Peace).

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