Speaker ICPDN 2024 Dr. Amalee McCoy
Dr. Amalee McCoy Main idea:Parenting interventions are crucial for preventing violence and promoting peace in the long term. Important points: Childhood experiences of violence increase the likelihood of perpetrating violence as an adult. Exposure to violence can damage brain development, especially in the prefrontal cortex. Parenting programs like Parenting for Lifelong Health have been shown […]
Speaker ICPDN 2024 Mr. M. Abdus Sabur
Mr. M. Abdus Sabur Main idea:We need to revive the concept of community and change our lifestyles to address environmental and social challenges. Important points: Modern development is destroying agricultural land and displacing poor communities. Our current lifestyle and consumption patterns are unsustainable and contribute to climate change. We need to decrease our greed and […]
Speaker ICPDN 2024 Dr. Layne Hartsell
Dr. Layne Hartsell Main idea:We need to reorient our civilization and economic systems away from exploitation of nature towards more sustainable, bioregional approaches. Important points: The “Great Acceleration” since 1950 has led to unprecedented human impacts on the Earth system. We need to shift from an “imperium of man” dominating nature to a more harmonious […]
Speaker ICPDN 2024 Mr. Melvin Earl Duncan
Mr. Melvin Earl Duncan Main idea:Nonviolent civilian protection and community-based security initiatives are effective in preventing violence and building peace. Important points: Unarmed civilian protection uses nonviolent methods to prevent violence and protect civilians in conflict areas. This approach is based on building relationships and interconnectivity rather than keeping people apart. Studies have shown significant […]
Speaker ICPDN 2024 Mr. Bas Fransen
Mr. Bas Fransen Main idea:Eco-mature’s tree-planting initiatives can drive environmental stewardship, social progress, and corporate engagement in sustainability. Important points: Tree planting can be a catalyst for social and economic progress, providing jobs and resources for communities. Eco-mature uses technology to connect corporations with tree-planting initiatives, allowing companies to integrate sustainability into their business practices. […]
Speaker ICPDN 2024 Mr. Alexander Simon Rendell
Mr. Alexander Simon Rendell Main idea:Local communities are most affected by environmental degradation and climate change, despite contributing least to these problems. Important points: Natural resources, particularly oceans and forests, are crucial for local communities’ livelihoods and well-being. Climate change and environmental degradation are disproportionately affecting local communities with low carbon footprints. Environmental education is […]
Speaker ICPDN 2024 Asst. Prof. Chol Bunnag
Asst. Prof. Chol Bunnag Main idea:Environmental conservation must be based on specific principles to contribute to social and environmental justice. Important points: Environmental conservation should follow four key principles: sustainable development, inclusivity, resilience, and respect for human rights. Community-based natural resource management can be an effective approach, but it’s not a universal solution for all […]
Speaker ICPDN 2024 Dr. Poonperm Vardhanabindu
Dr. Poonperm Vardhanabindu Main idea:Global warming is significantly impacting Thailand and requires urgent adaptation strategies. Important points: Thailand contributes only 1% of global greenhouse gas emissions but is among the top 10 countries most affected by climate change. Climate change is impacting agriculture, tourism, and weather patterns in Thailand, threatening food security and economic stability. […]
Speaker ICPDN 2024 Mr. Chachoval Sudjai
Mr. Chachoval Sudjai Main idea:Achieving personal fulfillment in the face of disparity requires developing inner strength through wisdom, freedom, and spirituality. Important points: Experience of disparity: Individuals suffer impacts of inequality in body, heart, mind, and spirit. Existential meaning of fulfillment: Humans are intelligent and free, capable of choosing their way of life. Developing inner […]
Speaker ICPDN 2024 Ms. Ping Ping Worakate
Ms. Ping Ping Worakate Main idea:Inner peace is foundational to achieving sustainable world peace and can be developed through self-reflection and healthy habits. Important points: Self-discovery process: Moving from self-awareness to self-acceptance to self-esteem. Two main tools for self-empowerment: Mindfulness/meditation and habit development. Four daily routines: Focusing on bedtime, wake-up time, eating time, and exercise […]