Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Erasmus Projesi, 2009 - 2015
The need for individuals to reorient the choices they make and the manner in which they live their lives is becoming increasingly urgent with the passing of each day. The impacts of climate change, environmental degradation, financial instability and lifestyle-related illnesses are being felt both locally and globally. Research also shows that even though people may become richer they do not, beyond a certain point, necessarily become happier. Many people, including parents and teachers, are confused and uncertain about how to meet today’s challenges, let alone how to prepare young people for dealing with tomorrow’s challenges. Many are not even aware of the power individuals have through the choices they make every day. The challenges are complex. They are systemic and personal, immediate and long-term. More knowledge and insight into how to use relevant data are essential, but it is equally necessary for people to be inspired and motivated to make value-based choices and to create new alternative, sustainable lifestyles. PERL focuses on research and education for behaviour and policy change towards more responsible, sustainable living. PERL is helping ‘consumers’ to become more informed, responsible and active citizens who can contribute to constructive change through the way they choose to live. PERL is a partnership of experienced and dedicated educators and researchers who have worked together as members of The Consumer Citizenship Network (www.hihm.no/concit). PERL (www.perlprojects.org) consists of over 93 institutions (Universities, research institutes, civil society organizations and businesses) from more than 50 countries (31 of which are in Europe).