UCR Extension Impact Academy

02/22/2024

Hi Impact Academy Community!

We are excited to announce new updates to our Impact Academy. All our programs will soon be transitioning to a centralized platform facilitated by our partner, GVI.

Over the last two decades, GVI has established itself as the global leader in impact-driven programs by offering quality education and meaningful conservation and community development experiences abroad.

🔗Head over to their page to accelerate your career for good 👉 https://go.gviworld.com

The UCR Impact Academy Team!

11/30/2022

The world, and work as we know it, is changing faster than ever.

“Lifelong learning” is not only a trendy term and a great value to live by, but it’s a personal responsibility to help you remain curious, relevant and in-demand.

One of the most practical ways to continue learning is by joining an online course about something you’re passionate about: https://bit.ly/36QOVxi

11/21/2022

Global wildlife populations have declined by 69% since 1970.

Take a look at this video to learn more about the findings from the latest WWF’s Living Planet Report 2022, and what you can do to help: https://bit.ly/3Uh3gXn

The 2022 Living Planet Report is a comprehensive study of trends in global biodiversity and the health of the planet. This flagship WWF publication reveals a...

11/15/2022

Maybe you’ve thought about joining a course online, but you’re not sure it’s for you?

Here are 5 great benefits:
✔️ choose between flexible options
✔️ engage with global experts
✔️ explore international best practices
✔️ experience a variety learning mechanisms
✔️ build your resume

Find out more:
https://bit.ly/36QOVxi

11/06/2022

Today is a significant day on the climate action agenda – it’s the start of COP27

The United Nations is once again bringing together almost every country on earth for a summit to make climate change a global priority.
Stay updated with the conversation. Take a look at the COP27 program and daily themes here: https://bit.ly/3Fw2m5h
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10/28/2022

Happy Friday from Seychelles! 😍

Imagine working and living on an island, while contributing to positive change on the planet.

As part of your Impact Academy Online programs, you have the option to join in-country fieldwork in beautiful natural habitats like these.

Talk to us to find out more: https://bit.ly/3SEMLDu

10/18/2022

2022 has set records – and not the good kind.

The warmest and the wettest year on record has seen fires, floods and other climate catastrophes across the world, disrupting and displacing millions of people.

One way that you can help the crisis is by empowering yourself with knowledge. Check out our Climate Crisis and Clean Energy Impact Academy online course:

https://bit.ly/3vEyzBw

10/12/2022

😮 It’s hard to believe we’re already a month into the new academic year!

To fit our Impact Academy programs into your busy schedule, we’ve set it up in a way that’s super flexible.

You get to choose your own subject areas, duration, pace and payment plan – and you can complete it online, from wherever.

https://bit.ly/3AvPNUu

10/03/2022

Today is World Habitat Day – a time to reflect on everyone's basic right to have adequate shelter.
Unfortunately, the triple ‘C’ crises (Covid-19, climate and conflict) have exacerbated inequalities in vulnerable communities all over the globe. 🌏
Take a look at the UN-Habitat’s World Cities Report findings, and how we can tackle urban poverty and inequality together.
https://bit.ly/3y4Qanq

World Habitat Day is an opportunity to reflect on the state of our towns and cities and the basic right of all to adequate shelter. It is also intended to remind the world of its collective responsibility for the future of the human habitat.

09/30/2022

Since it’s Friday and the last day of September, get a little glimpse of the beach before fall really kicks in.

Spotted by Impact Academy students while conducting fieldwork in Seychelles 🌊🌞

09/21/2022

Break the cycle of doomscrolling ✊

That’s easier said than done, but if we’re going to achieve goals for the future of the planet, we need to take care of ourselves.

We love The Daily Climate’s good news roundup. It’s regularly updated and gives you a much-needed view of the progress being made in sustainability right now.

Let us know your favourite story in the comments below! https://bit.ly/3AuCt2y.

We push good journalism and science into public discussion and public policy on environmental health issues, including climate change

09/15/2022

It’s the 15th annual International Day of Democracy, when the United Nations calls on world leaders to review policies and protect human rights under the rule of the law.

It couldn’t be a more relevant time, in the face of the ongoing impact of Covid-19, climate action regulations being urgently required and deeply concerning socio-economic disparity worldwide.

You are not powerless. You can build your career in human rights action.

Discover your options right here:
https://bit.ly/3A08iyW