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The Distinguished Lecture Series on Global Sustainability at City University of Hong Kong aims to address social and economic development issues with a focus on sustainability and resource management, aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Professor James Heckman’s lecture emphasized the importance of promoting skills for equality and social mobility, highlighting the impact of early interventions on cognitive and social-emotional development.
The panel discussion explored various initiatives and projects, such as the Huachi project in China and the Key Steps program in Hong Kong, focusing on empowering underprivileged children and families through education and skill development.
Overall, the event emphasized the importance of early childhood interventions in shaping lifelong skills and highlighted the need for collaborative efforts to address social challenges and promote sustainable development.