Kurssin kuvaus

This course examines the complex interplay between global and local governance in public policies and addresses critical sustainable development issues, emphasizing local insights and perspectives. This transdisciplinary course provides an in-depth look at how global policies, such as the United Nations Agenda 2030, influence local realities in the Global South and explores the challenges that arise when implementing global policies at the local level. It also examines how policy transfer and international cooperation shape public policy and what lessons can be learned from various approaches to global-local challenges. The course features guest lectures and speakers from Africa, Brazil, and Europe, offering diverse perspectives and real-world experiences that address the intricacies of contemporary public policies and practices.