Humanity's planet-shaping powers -- and what they mean for the future | Achim Steiner

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How citizens (not politicians) are building the future | Jon Alexander

Citizen strategist Jon Alexander spent a decade gathering stories of democracy in action — and found that most change doesn't come from politicians or institutions. He shares examples from across the globe of ordinary people working together to improve their lives and communities ...  Show more

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