Sustainable Societies

Public Awareness

Considering the urgency of various matters like sustainability, non-formal education, particularly public awareness, is a crucial instrument because formal educational systems are slow to change. Non-formal channels are capable of delivering new information more easily, making the role of non-governmental organizations, associations and the media truly significant. While educational systems bear their fruit in the long term, non-formal education, including public awareness, may deliver results in a shorter time frame. Both are essential for preparing a sustainable future. Promoting sustainable consumption and production patterns through public awareness will prove essential to changing the understanding consumers and producers have of their responsibilities to the global community.