Our Vision

To link global issues with local actions for more sustainable communities

Our Mission

Co-creating knowledge through participatory action research with communities to achieve progressive, sustainable and transformative social, economic and environmental change

How will CBRL strive for our mission and vision?

By establishing partnerships with different actors (university, government, civil society, NGOs, business sector, grassroots initiatives) to improve the livelihoods of individuals and communities.

 

Our key areas of research focus include:

  • Responsible consumption, waste reduction, resource recovery, zero waste

  • Social inclusion, empowerment and gender equity

  • Co-management of resources and co-production of services

  • Social and solidarity economy, ecological economy, circular economy

  • Civic engagement and governance

  • Public policy and political influence

  • Assets based rapid assessments for sustainable community development