Transforming Higher Education: Bridging Environment and Development Perspectives

This SoLS Conversation draws inspiration from the groundbreaking work of Prof. Madhav Gadgil and critically examines the role of higher education in shaping a sustainable and equitable future. The discussion raises pivotal questions: Can education transcend conventional disciplinary silos and challenge exploitative development models that commodify nature? How can academic institutions inspire a paradigm shift toward environmentally conscious and nature-oriented perspectives? Panelists and discussants explore transformative educational approaches that bridge environment and development perspectives, paving the way for innovative, sustainable solutions.

Speaker:

• Prof. Madhav Gadgil (Renowned ecologist; Founder, Centre for Ecological Sciences, IISc; Former DD Kosambi Research Professor, Goa University)

Discussants:

• Prof. Amita Baviskar (Dean, Faculty and Professor of Environmental Studies, Sociology, and Anthropology, Ashoka University)
• Mr. Ashish Kothari (Founder-member, Kalpavriksh; Member, People’s Movements; Former Faculty, Indian Institute of Public Administration)

YouTube Link: Transforming Higher Education: Bridging Environment and Development Perspectives