Embedding the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into the Career Curricula
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https://doi.org/10.20856/jnicec.5304Keywords:
Career Development, Higher Education, Social Justice, Curriculum, Canada, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)Abstract
The United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals provide a framework for addressing global challenges, linking environmental sustainability to individual and social well-being and social justice. This article explores how embedding the SDGs into career development can enhance career exploration and contribute to a sustainable future. Drawing on experiences from teaching a senior career capstone course, it highlights strategies for integrating the SDGs into career interventions. Key components include developing personal mission statements, researching organizations, analyzing future work trends, and conducting informational interviews. The article also presents evidence of the course's impact on students' thinking and provides practical advice for implementation.
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