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The International Day for Tolerance 2025: Promoting Respect and Understanding Worldwide

Observed annually on November 16, the International Day for Tolerance was declared by UNESCO in 1995 to raise public awareness about the dangers of intolerance and to promote understanding and respect among diverse cultures and communities. The day encourages global dialogue and cooperation to foster tolerance, human rights, and peace.

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This perspective provides recommendations and strategies for the urban ecosystem rehabilitation of future cities, placing biodiversity and ecosystem services at the core of designing healthy and sustainable urban spaces.
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Control Engineering Practice, Volume 151, October 2024

A paper highlighting innovations designed to lower the emissions of newly constructed buildings, focusing on a study of adaptive high-rise buildings which can save significant resources and reduce the emissions seen in more traditional structures. The article supports SDGs 9, 11, 12 and 13.
Addressing the environmental impacts of lithium mining requires a multifaceted approach, from innovative recycling technologies to reducing reliance on lithium, funding research into mining alternatives, and stringent regulations on lithium mining.
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Applied Materials Today, Volume 40, October 2024

This text ties into SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). It focuses on the use of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for wastewater treatment, highlighting their potential to transform wastewater into a valuable resource and address water pollution challenges through innovative and sustainable methods.
This article aligns with Goal 3: Good Health and Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by highlighting the importance of postsecondary education (PSE) for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, which can enhance their educational and vocational opportunities, leading to improved health and well-being. By examining the benefits of PSE options and the supportive legislative frameworks, the article advocates for equitable access to education, helping to reduce disparities and promote inclusivity in higher education and beyond. Additionally, it emphasizes the positive impact of college experiences on personal development and community integration for individuals with disabilities.

This content aligns with Goal 3: Good Health by highlighting the significant impact of sleep disorders on the physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being of children with autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs) and their families, emphasizing the importance of effective interventions such as parent-directed behavioral strategies and the careful use of melatonin. By advocating for a collaborative approach to treatment planning that involves parents and children, the content promotes a patient-centered model of care that can lead to better health outcomes. Additionally, it supports Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by addressing the specific needs of children with ASDs and their families, ensuring that they have access to appropriate and evidence-based interventions that can improve their quality of life and reduce disparities in healthcare access and treatment effectiveness.

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Resilient Futures
System Dynamics, Tech Innovations, and Climate Resilience
2025, Pages 113-134

This chapter ties into Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate Action by focusing on the assessment and quantification of resilience to manage climate change risks and enhance adaptive capacity. By exploring methodologies, models, and real-world case studies, it provides valuable insights for stakeholders to effectively incorporate resilience metrics and climate change effects into research and policy.

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Each year the RELX Environmental Challenge is awarded to projects that best demonstrate how they can provide sustainable access to safe water or sanitation. There is a $50,000 prize for the first place entry and a $25,000 prize for the second place entry. The winners also receive free access for one year to ScienceDirect, our Scientific, Technical & Medical business’ database of full text, scientific information. Projects must have clear practical applicability, address identified need and advance related issues such as health, education, or human rights.

United Nations Day 2025: Promoting Peace, Unity, and Global Partnerships

Celebrated annually on October 24, United Nations Day commemorates the establishment of the United Nations in 1945. This day is devoted to promoting global unity, international cooperation, and the organization's work in advancing peace, human rights, and sustainable development. Officially declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 1947, the observance was later recognized as an international holiday in 1971, encouraging all member states to honor it as a public holiday.

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