L.Graham Smith, Western University
Associate Professor
Geography
London, Ontario
lgsmith@uwo.ca
Office:
(519) 661-2111 ext. 85011
Expert In
Bio/Research
Primary research focuses on shifting the paradigm for environmentalism from one of global sustainability to one of sustaining globalization. The central thesis is that the focus on global sustainability fits the stasis model of governance within which it was derived but that the dynamic nature of...
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Bio/Research
Primary research focuses on shifting the paradigm for environmentalism from one of global sustainability to one of sustaining globalization. The central thesis is that the focus on global sustainability fits the stasis model of governance within which it was derived but that the dynamic nature of globalization as today's world system requires a shift in the paradigm for sustainability, away from the stasis emphasis upon the ecological imperative and more on the social imperative required by the dynamics of globalization.
This new paradigm sustainable globalization is based on the empowerment of both the individual and the community. It is predicated upon response-ability and a dynamic vision of optimism that encompasses social, political and economic freedom; unlimited wealth and opportunity, and; the values of personal integrity and systemic compassion. Implementation of this perspective focuses upon social visioning, spiritual reformation and the facilitation of leadership and entrepreneurship.
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This new paradigm sustainable globalization is based on the empowerment of both the individual and the community. It is predicated upon response-ability and a dynamic vision of optimism that encompasses social, political and economic freedom; unlimited wealth and opportunity, and; the values of personal integrity and systemic compassion. Implementation of this perspective focuses upon social visioning, spiritual reformation and the facilitation of leadership and entrepreneurship.
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