Urban developer Thibault Manekin and Garrison Institute co-founder Jonathan F.P. Rose recently discussed how social entrepreneurship can address systemic problems.

Manekin detailed his

Urban developer Thibault Manekin and Garrison Institute co-founder Jonathan F.P. Rose recently discussed how social entrepreneurship can address systemic problems.

Manekin detailed his Baltimore urban renewal work, transforming historic buildings into affordable housing and nonprofit office space. He also shared his personal journey, which started with using basketball to unite children in conflict zones like South Africa, Northern Ireland, Cyprus, and the Middle East. He drew inspiring stories from his forthcoming book, Larger Than Yourself.

For more information on Thibault’s work, visit: thibaultmanekin.com, peaceplayers.org, largerthanyourself.com, and seawall.com.

The Pathways to Planetary Health initiative at the Garrison Institute hosted an online forum on June 24. Garrison Institute Co-founder Jonathan F.P. Rose joined Kate Raworth, Leonora Grcheva, and

The Pathways to Planetary Health initiative at the Garrison Institute hosted an online forum on June 24. Garrison Institute Co-founder Jonathan F.P. Rose joined Kate Raworth, Leonora Grcheva, and Erinch Sahan from Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL) to explore Doughnut Economics. This framework defines the goal of economics as "social and ecological wellbeing rather than growth."

The discussion highlighted its global application. Kate Raworth introduced the concept, followed by Leonora Grcheva's insights on city implementation and Erinch Sahan's perspective on business applications. This insightful forum, reflecting the Garrison Institute's "Timeless Wisdom, Timely Action," offered ideas for improving the quality of life for all.

Jonathan Rowson, director of the Social Brain Centre at the Royal Society of Arts, highlights the problematic

Jonathan Rowson, director of the Social Brain Centre at the Royal Society of Arts, highlights the problematic nature of the word 'spiritual.' It means too much to some and too little to others, leading to diverse interpretations—from psychological depth to philosophical confusion, or a critique of materialism to capitalist exploitation.

Following a two-year RSA inquiry, Dr. Rowson proposes a framework for a post-religious spirituality. This initiative seeks to make the spiritual less nebulous while maintaining its inclusive ambiguity.

The new framework redefines four existential touchstones: Love (from romance to rootedness), Death (from denial to confrontation), Self (from esteem to transcendence), and Soul (from substance to perspective).

Rose, a 17-year-old Indigenous organizer from the Isanti Dakota and Ho-Chunk Nations, actively opposes the Line 3 Pipeline in Minnesota. This proposed pipeline threatens Indigenous territories and

Rose, a 17-year-old Indigenous organizer from the Isanti Dakota and Ho-Chunk Nations, actively opposes the Line 3 Pipeline in Minnesota. This proposed pipeline threatens Indigenous territories and the way of life for the Anishinaabe and Dakota people.

Rose speaks publicly at schools and organizes local events to raise awareness about the pipeline's dangers. She is also a Youth Climate intervenor, one of 13 who gained legal status in the Line 3 permitting process. Her activism extends beyond Minnesota, notably including the fight against the Dakota Access Pipeline at Standing Rock.

In his new book, "We Are the Weather," Jonathan Safran Foer argues that dietary choices are intrinsically linked to climate change. He posits that while "[perfection] is not only unattainable --

In his new book, "We Are the Weather," Jonathan Safran Foer argues that dietary choices are intrinsically linked to climate change. He posits that while "[perfection] is not only unattainable -- it's necessary" in our approach to environmental action.

Foer advocates for moderation rather than complete abstinence. He clarifies, "We do not...have to stop flying, stop eating animal products, stop having babies, we just have to do these things with a lot of moderation."

Justin Winters, co-founder of One Earth, and Jonathan F.P. Rose, co-founder of Garrison Institute, will discuss how humanity and nature can coexist and thrive together by 2050.

This July

Justin Winters, co-founder of One Earth, and Jonathan F.P. Rose, co-founder of Garrison Institute, will discuss how humanity and nature can coexist and thrive together by 2050.

This July 20 discussion is the third in the Pathways to Planetary Health (PPH) Forum Summer 2022 series. It focuses on the "Half Earth" pathway, which emphasizes preserving biodiversity and natural ecosystems.

While Half Earth is a necessary component of planetary health, it is not singularly sufficient. Learn about all four pathways and other PPH events here.