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Diana Ayton-Shenker is a senior fellow at The New School in New York. Named one of “25 Leading Women Changing the World” by Good Business New York, Diana is founding CEO of philanthropic strategy and social innovation firm, Global Momenta, helping private foundations, families, and ventures optimize their social impact.
PART I. PEOPLE
Legal Protection
1. We do matter: A Renewed Global Agenda for Protecting Human Rights, by Alex Neve
2. The Future of International Law, by Karen. J. Alter
Vulnerable People
3. Revitalizing the International Response to Forced Migration: Principles and Policies for the “New Normal”, by T. Alexander Aleinikoff
4. Women Rebuilding Societies: Resiliency from the Bottom Up, by Laurie Adams
Essential Freedoms
5. Global Press Freedom in the Crosshairs, by Joel Simon
6. Digital Information Access, by Courtney Radsch
PART II. SOCIETY
Regenerative Development
7. An Economy in Service to Life, by L. Hunter Lovins
8. Engaging Business and Civil Society for Sustainable Development, by Lars Fogh Mortensen and Karen Lund Petersen
Health and Wellness
9. New Frontiers of Health Access, Pape Amadou Gaye and Gracey Vaughn
10. Bodies of Water: The Role of Hydration in Health, Wellness and Wealth, by Gina Bria
11. The Next 100 Years of Vitality: Partnering for Healthy Impact, by Derek Yach and Gillian Christie
Collaborative Leadership
12. Designing the University of the Future: A New Global Agenda for Higher Education, by Mary Watson
13. A New Leadership Agenda: Expanding the Practice of System Leadership, by Russ Gaskin
Crowdsourcing the Feminine Intelligence of the Planet, by Jensine Larsen
PART III. PLANET
Resilience and Stability
14. Climate Change at Thirty, by Eban Goodstein
15. Biodiversity Enhanced Global Agriculture: Mainstreaming Ecosystem Services into Future Farming, by Harpinder Sandhu, Stephen D. Wratten, John R. Porter, Robert Costanza, Jules Pretty, and John P. Reganold
16. Cities and the New Global Agenda: Implementation Strategies and Priorities, by Michael A. Cohen, Lena Simet
Security and Peace
17. The United Nations, New Wars and the Challenge of Peace Operations, by Alynna J. Lyon
18. Nuclear Weapons and the Rules-based Global Multilateral Order, by Ramesh Thakur
19. The Geopolitical Convolutions of Fighting the Global War on Terror (GWOT), by Hall Gardner
20. U.S.-UN Relations and the Global Agenda: Rejecting One’s Protégé?, by Alynna J. Lyon
This book is a remarkable achievement: bold and visionary in its conceptual framework, yet deeply human and engaging in its tone, crafted as an invitation not to strident debate but to honest reflection and committed action. Ayton-Shenker and her contributors have crafted a tool that people – whether they be policymakers, academics, or grassroots activists – can use to forge new thinking on the global challenges we share and the opportunities for change at multiple levels.
— Shareen Hertel, associate professor of political science and human rights, University of Connecticut; editor, The Journal of Human Rights
A New Global Agenda hits the mark just in time as those who care about the future of the planet reel from the anti-intellectualism and nationalist resurgence of the past 18 months. With insight and passion—but without the unrealistic moralizing that some agenda-setting efforts fall prey to—Diana Ayton-Shenker outlines a practical and navigable course for regaining the initiative from resentful opportunists while paying heed to the lessons of our times.— Michael Moran, CEO, Transformative; visiting fellow, Carnegie Corporation of New York; author, "The Reckoning: Debt, Democracry, and the Future of US Power"
Safeguarding and defending the dignity and diversity of the human family and acting, collectively, as stewards for the next generation compels us all to think anew about how progress can be made. We do not need to-do lists; we need practices, strategies, and conversations. This book provides that framework, starts the dialog, and sets priorities. For all of us interested in resilient, inclusive growth and development, this will be an important read.
— Alix Peterson Zwane, Chief Executive Officer, Global Innovation Fund
A sweeping look at the myriad challenges facing humanity and how people, political actors, and powerful institutions can work together to find solutions to global problems. A New Global Agenda is an important new volume for anyone interested in understanding the importance of international cooperation and multilateralism. The authors' unique perspectives not only provides a new way for students to think about the vital international problems of our time, but encourages them to look for solutions.
— Jonathan Cristol, Fellow, World Policy Institute
Ideas of how the world ought to be often lack the concrete steps to realize the underlying vision. A New Global Agenda helps move past this philosophical-practical divide and turn dreams of justice, inclusion, and sustainability into policy realities. Far-reaching and deeply reflective, this thoughtful compendium of innovative thinkers asks the big systemic questions of international affairs without losing sight of people. Moreover, the book itself is a hopeful project in showcasing not only insightful perspectives on global challenges but in recognizing the power of the reader—the book does not make sanctimonious, monolithic claims of truth, rather it problematizes, informs, and analyzes to inspire, engage, and liberate its audience.— Peter J. Hoffman, Julien J. Studley Faculty Fellow and assistant professor, The New School; author, "Humanitarianism, War, and Politics"
A New Global Agenda explores the most compelling issues of our time—from entrenched poverty and looming public health threats to climate and geopolitical instability. If you are looking for inspiration about what is possible, and for a challenge about what is still necessary to build a more peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable world, here is a thoughtful guide.
— Angella Nazarian, co-founder of Visionary Women Nonprofit; founder of Angella and David Nazarian Social Innovator in Residence at Wharton School of Business
When I was a child I wanted a Book of Wonders, where I would find answers to questions, I didn’t know I had. This may come as close as anything ever will.— Jacki Lyden, author of "Daughter of the Queen of Sheba;" former NPR host and correspondent
Despite billions poured into "change the world" ideas, inequality is at an all time high and our planet is straining to support ourselves. The old agenda clearly isn't working. Fortunately, Diana lays out a new one!
— Ross Baird, Chief Executive Officer, Village Capital