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How to Make a Real Difference in the World

The Example of the United World Colleges

2024-09-09 18:00:00 2024-09-09 19:30:00 America/Los_Angeles How to Make a Real Difference in the World The panel discussion will focus on how education and a lifelong commitment to social change can drive positive transformation in society, with insights relevant to both UWC and non-UWC communities. Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room

Monday, September 09
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-09 18:00:00 2024-09-09 19:30:00 America/Los_Angeles How to Make a Real Difference in the World The panel discussion will focus on how education and a lifelong commitment to social change can drive positive transformation in society, with insights relevant to both UWC and non-UWC communities. Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room

The panel discussion will focus on how education and a lifelong commitment to social change can drive positive transformation in society, with insights relevant to both UWC and non-UWC communities.

This event offers a unique opportunity to explore how the United World Colleges (UWC) movement promotes global citizenship and fosters positive change worldwide. UWC was recently nominated for the second time for the Nobel Peace Prize, recognizing its impact on global citizenship and positive change.

Faith Abiodun, Executive Director of UWC International, will facilitate the event. Attendees will hear from Dr. Musimbi Kanyoro, Chair of the UWC International Board; Dr. Victoria Mora, President of UWC-USA; Susan Mullins, Chair of UWC Costa Rica; and Manolo Espinosa, Vice Chair of UWC International Council. They will be joined by UWC alumni, both young and experienced.

The discussion will focus on how education and a lifelong commitment to social change can drive positive transformation in society, with insights relevant to both UWC and non-UWC communities.

Founded in 1962, UWC is a global movement that makes education a force to unite people, nations, and cultures for peace and sustainability. UWC has a network of 18 schools on four continents, with volunteer-run national committees in more than 150 countries and territories. Today, over 11,000 students from more than 150 nations attend UWC schools and educational programs. The movement has inspired a network of over 60,000 alumni worldwide who are committed to fostering a more sustainable and peaceful world.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Talk/Lecture |

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Belvedere Tiburon Library

Phone: (415) 789-2661

Hours
Mon, Sep 16 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 17 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 18 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Sep 19 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Sep 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 21 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 22 10:00AM to 5:00PM

About the branch

The Library was designed by the firm of Bull, Stockwell, and Allen. The architectural style is that of the 19th century railroad yard in Tiburon. 
 
The site is part of the landfill of the 1890s done to create the railroad yard. Windows frame views of the marsh lands and Old St. Hilary's Open Space preserve. 
 
The expanded library was designed by Brown Reynolds Watford Architecture and added approximately 9,000 square feet, bringing the total size of the library to about 19,500 square feet. 

Upcoming Events

Mon, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Digital Classroom
Learn all about the library's many digital and physical items, such as streaming movies and magazines, and physical items like ukuleles and wifi hotspots, that you can borrow and stream.

Mon, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
An Evening with Pedro Domingos. Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore the intersection of cutting-edge science and speculative fiction with one of the field's most engaging minds!

Tue, Sep 17, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Have Medicare? Join us to demystify complex healthcare details and maximize your coverage benefits.

Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Democrats More Often Lose to Republicans Among Male Voters—Why, and How Might 2024 Be Different?

Wed, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Welcome back to our beloved community Afternoon Tea Hour! Join us for a heartwarming afternoon of tea, treats, and friendly conversation.

Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Join us for an intimate evening with Guy Diehl, one of the Bay Area's most celebrated realist painters.

Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
A monthly series of programs exploring the stories and artistry behind four different classical ballets.

Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room,Art Gallery
Making Art in a Changing World is a group show of 45 artworks by outstanding Bay Area artists that raise awareness about a myriad of current issues.

Fri, Sep 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Nourish the Body, Nourish the Soul by learning and practicing the movement techniques of Qigong.

Rescheduled
Fri, Sep 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, October 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library
We are thrilled to present an exclusive talk featuring the dynamic and influential Lateefah Simon, a powerhouse in civil rights advocacy and community organizing.

Fri, Sep 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
New venue Belvedere Tiburon Library - Art Gallery,Founders Room
We are thrilled to invite you to a unique exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi through the world's largest collection of Gandhi-themed stamps.

Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
You are invited to the final event of a special series on collecting and appraising heirlooms, rare books, works on paper, comics and more!

Sat, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Online Event
Join us as we chat with mega-bestselling author Liane Moriarty about her newest novel Here One Moment.
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Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
This unique course explores the cognitive and physiological impacts of music on aging, drawing from multiple disciplines and requiring no prior musical background.

Mon, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Belvedere Tiburon Library - Founders Room
Join us for an extraordinary event featuring Ivy Ross, Vice President of Design for Hardware Products at Google and co-author of the groundbreaking book "Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us."