Third Act empowers people over 60 to drive social change, leveraging their wisdom and energy to support younger generations in building a healthy, equitable world. Co-founded by Bill McKibben,

Third Act empowers people over 60 to drive social change, leveraging their wisdom and energy to support younger generations in building a healthy, equitable world. Co-founded by Bill McKibben, this vital movement is explained by renowned activist and leadership educator Akaya Windwood.

Akaya, an award-winning transformation facilitator and author, brings extensive experience from various leadership roles to her work as Lead Advisor for Third Act. Her insights guide how we can participate in this exciting new movement.

Learn more at bioneers.org.

This ITU Tech Monthly episode explores how digital skills empower women entrepreneurs in Nigeria. It features Maryam Lawan, founder of Blue Sapphire Hub,

This ITU Tech Monthly episode explores how digital skills empower women entrepreneurs in Nigeria. It features Maryam Lawan, founder of Blue Sapphire Hub, whose "Women on Wednesday" project won an EQUALS in Tech Award for Leadership in SMEs, recognized at Mobile World Congress Barcelona in March 2026 (https://www.equalsintech.org/post/equals-in-tech-awards-at-mwc-26-meet-the-winners). The discussion highlights how digital upskilling, mentorship, and investment access drive growth for women-led businesses.

The episode also examines how emerging technologies and supportive digital ecosystems foster inclusive economic participation for women. This reflects the work of the EQUALS Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age in advancing digital skills and inclusion.

Professor Paul Begley (Nipissing University) recently shared insights from the "Exploring the Meta-Values of Authentic Leadership: Moral Literacy in Action" conference.

In this discussion,

Professor Paul Begley (Nipissing University) recently shared insights from the "Exploring the Meta-Values of Authentic Leadership: Moral Literacy in Action" conference.

In this discussion, Begley clarified his understanding of 'authentic leadership' and addressed the increasing demand for 'moral literacy' among educational leaders. He also emphasized 'sustainability' as a critical meta-value.

Globally, male leaders outnumber female leaders four to one, despite women comprising half the population. Leveraging data can identify pathways and drive systemic change to increase women's

Globally, male leaders outnumber female leaders four to one, despite women comprising half the population. Leveraging data can identify pathways and drive systemic change to increase women's representation in leadership roles.

Gwen Young, an international development specialist and attorney, has dedicated her career to humanitarian relief, human rights, and women's empowerment. She has developed guidelines for gender-based violence and trained women in advocacy and economic empowerment globally, often in conflict zones.

As Director of the Wilson Center’s Global Women’s Leadership Initiative, Gwen aims for 50% women in public-service leadership worldwide by 2050. This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

In February 2024, CISL convened a Global Leadership Summit, gathering international leaders to address pressing societal and leadership challenges. Discussions spanned geopolitics, economics, and

In February 2024, CISL convened a Global Leadership Summit, gathering international leaders to address pressing societal and leadership challenges. Discussions spanned geopolitics, economics, and technology, aiming to define the leadership required in today's turbulent world.

Interim CEO Lindsay Hooper and Chief Systems Change Officer Eliot Whittington discuss the summit's key takeaways and conclusions.

Read the full report: Global Leadership in an Age of Turbulence

This session features a panel discussing China's path to a sustainable future. As the highest carbon emitter and largest renewable energy technology producer, China's EnviroTech sector is crucial

This session features a panel discussing China's path to a sustainable future. As the highest carbon emitter and largest renewable energy technology producer, China's EnviroTech sector is crucial for global decarbonization. This event was recorded at CISL's Entopia building during China Week 2022.

The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) partners with business and governments to develop solutions for a sustainable economy, aiming for net zero and resilient societies. For more resources, visit cisl.cam.ac.uk/resources/publications.

Opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not represent an official position of CISL or the University of Cambridge.

Bill George, Professor of Management Practice at Harvard Business School, teaches leadership and leadership development, including several