WEBVTT 00:00:00.550 --> 00:00:03.160 Welcome to the first episode of the course. 00:00:03.920 --> 00:00:06.312 In this episode, we will get to know the goals 00:00:06.324 --> 00:00:08.780 of sustainable development, in short, the SDGs. 00:00:09.780 --> 00:00:13.060 In addition, the goal of the first episode is to support grouping, 00:00:13.320 --> 00:00:16.320 as the course's later work takes place in groups. 00:00:17.570 --> 00:00:21.320 In the first episode, we also want to make sure that the course 00:00:21.321 --> 00:00:24.560 creates a safe space for everyone to discuss and act. 00:00:28.370 --> 00:00:30.960 Sustainable development is a broad and complex topic, 00:00:31.615 --> 00:00:34.000 and the SDGs look at the goals of the book, 00:00:34.001 --> 00:00:37.960 which are related to, for example, the environment, society and the economy. 00:00:39.020 --> 00:00:41.380 It is essential that we understand why these 00:00:41.392 --> 00:00:43.980 goals are important for the future of the world, 00:00:44.860 --> 00:00:46.760 and how we can, on our part, as professionals, 00:00:47.580 --> 00:00:50.300 but also as individuals, influence their achievement. 00:00:54.430 --> 00:00:56.870 The first step in building a safe group 00:00:56.871 --> 00:01:01.210 is to consider our own priorities and goals for the course. 00:01:01.950 --> 00:01:03.250 Why are you here? 00:01:03.815 --> 00:01:06.135 What expectations and wishes do you have about the course? 00:01:06.710 --> 00:01:08.750 This is not just a formative question, 00:01:09.170 --> 00:01:13.590 but it helps us understand each other better and create a common basis for learning. 00:01:16.190 --> 00:01:21.730 Ensuring the safety of the group also means an open and respectful discussion culture. 00:01:22.650 --> 00:01:25.610 We all have different views and experiences, 00:01:25.611 --> 00:01:30.450 and it is important that we listen to each other and respect different opinions. 00:01:31.390 --> 00:01:34.290 We believe that we can learn a lot from each other 00:01:34.291 --> 00:01:37.210 when we share our thoughts and views openly. 00:01:40.210 --> 00:01:43.330 This episode is the first step in our journey towards sustainable development. 00:01:44.650 --> 00:01:47.150 We hope that together we can build a safe space 00:01:47.151 --> 00:01:50.230 where we can learn, discuss and act together. 00:01:50.890 --> 00:01:55.210 Be good and take the time to consider your own goals and expectations for the course. 00:01:56.250 --> 00:01:58.370 We will continue to dive deeper into the goals of 00:01:58.371 --> 00:02:01.390 sustainable development and their importance more and more. 00:02:02.090 --> 00:02:03.170 Thank you for participating 00:02:03.230 --> 00:02:06.090 and welcome to this journey towards sustainable development.