Join us for the "Written in Stone: Natural History Through the Jeweler's Eye" Exhibition opening at the Natural History Institute on Friday, April 28th. Five featured artists—Klee Benally, Neil Hunt, Lesley Aine McKeown, William Ford, and Kit Carson—will discuss their inspiration and connection to the natural and cultural environment in a panel moderated by Edie Dillon.

This exhibition showcases diverse jewelers transforming Arizona's geology, its beauty and mining history, into stunning art. Through high craftsmanship, they reveal the essential beauty of stone and metal, reflecting the natural and cultural landscape. The exhibition runs from April 28 to July 14, 2023. Learn more here: Written in Stone Exhibition.

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023, held on May 17, featured a video message from ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin. This year's theme, "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies," highlighted the critical need for digital inclusion.

The ITU called on public and private sectors to make pledges for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations via its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. For more details, visit: http://www.itu.int/wtisd

ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. Observed on May 17, this year's WTISD focuses on "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies."

The ITU calls on public and private sectors to make pledges for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations through its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. For more information, visit www.itu.int/wtisd.

The Q6/15 working group, part of ITU-T Study Group 15, is responsible for developing international standards.

These standards define the essential characteristics of optical components, subsystems, and complete systems used within optical transport networks.

Doreen Bogdan-Martin, ITU Secretary-General, delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. Observed on May 17, this year's theme was "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies."

On WTISD, the ITU called upon public and private sectors to pledge support for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations. This initiative is channeled through its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition.

For more information, please visit: http://www.itu.int/wtisd

Discover Arizona's bird species richness, particularly in Yavapai County, with local expert Eric Moore. Owner of The Lookout (formerly Jay's Bird Barn), Eric will use eBird data to highlight unique local birds and guide you on where and when to spot them.

Eric's lifelong passion for wild birds began in childhood, leading him to open his nature store in 2003. He has since shared his knowledge through a weekly column and bird walks. The store, now The Lookout, moved to 1230 Willow Creek Road in Prescott on April 3, 2023.

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Sea cucumbers, typically found on the ocean floor and coral reefs, navigate and feed using tentacle-like tube feet. Discover more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is a UK charity dedicated to developing and promoting the concept of a circular economy.

This design-driven model eliminates waste and pollution, circulates products and materials, and regenerates nature.

Leafcutter bees are solitary, gentle pollinators that construct leaf-based egg chambers, provisioning them with nectar and pollen. A female may create up to 20 such cells, like the one seen in this footage of a bee emerging in the UK. Many species exist globally, including 63 in Florida. (Thanks to Emily Doorish: [Twitter](https://twitter.com/EDoorish), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/EmiliagoXD)).

Bees are also remarkably complex. Expert Stephen Buchmann notes they feel emotions, process long-term memories during sleep, and may even dream, raising ethical questions about their treatment. Learn more about bee intelligence: [here](https://biodiv.us/3n2sePr).

The Center for Biological Diversity, a 501c3 nonprofit, works to secure a future for all species by protecting the lands, waters, and climate they need. Discover more: [biologicaldiversity.org](https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/).

Corrina Gould (Lisjan Ohlone), from Huichin (Oakland, CA), chairs the Confederated Villages of Lisjan and co-founded Indian People Organizing for Change, sponsoring Shellmound Peace Walks. She advocates for Shellmound protection, tribal sovereignty, and Indigenous land rights globally. Her work established Sogorea Te’ Land Trust, a women-led Bay Area organization healing colonization's legacies.

This talk was delivered at the 2023 Bioneers Conference. Learn more at bioneers.org.

Doreen Bogdan-Martin, ITU Secretary-General, delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023.

Observed on May 17, WTISD 2023 focuses on “Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies.” The ITU urges public and private sectors to pledge support for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations via its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition.

For more information, visit: http://www.itu.int/wtisd

The Girls in ICT #Europe Celebration is live, offering inspiring insights into why digital skills are crucial for young women and girls to shape the digital world. Tune in to learn about successful initiatives supporting their journey: bit.ly/3LorHjR

Annually, International Girls in ICT Day raises awareness about the gender digital divide, encouraging girls and young women to pursue STEM and ICT careers. The European Celebration, held on April 27th with the theme ‘Digital Skills for Life’, gathers women to discuss how tech skills can close this divide, benefiting society and the economy. It provides role models, highlights digital skills' value, and showcases programs for aspiring tech professionals.

ITU and partners annually encourage girls to pursue ICT careers, aiming to bridge the gender digital divide. Girls in ICT Day promotes studies and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), helping young women achieve their dreams and fostering digital gender equality.

This year’s theme is ‘Digital Skills for Life’. The global Girls in ICT event will be celebrated on April 27 in Zimbabwe, as part of the Transform Africa Summit 2023 (#TAS2023). Coordinated with POTRAZ and Smart Africa, the celebration will address digital skills topics like role models, education, mentorship, and youth participation.

Girls in ICT Day is now a global movement, with ITU partners and other organizations conducting events throughout the year. Learn more at itu.int/girlsinict.

Building on Generation Connect's participation in the LDC5 Youth Forum and Youth Track in Qatar, this session highlights the crucial role of young people in driving SDG implementation and digital transformation within Least Developed Countries (LDCs).

With a thematic focus on SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), young speakers will discuss how to ensure an enabling digital environment and meaningful connectivity for LDC youth. The goal is to create genuine opportunities for them to lead, thrive, and prosper in our shared digital future.

CISL hosted a webinar exploring how organizations can leverage Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to protect and restore biodiversity while achieving climate, social, and other strategic targets. The discussion centered on transitioning from initial scoping to practical implementation.

Panelists, comprising senior business and NGO leaders, addressed common barriers to NbS adoption and strategies for overcoming them. They emphasized the critical role of partnerships and collaboration in maximizing impact. The session also included an audience Q&A.

Wildchoir, formerly Thrive Choir, is an Oakland, CA-based ensemble of diverse vocalists, artists, and activists. This politically and socially engaged group unites in harmony.

They have performed with acclaimed artists like Rising Appalachia, Climbing PoeTree, and MaMuse, and shared stages with leaders such as Bernie Sanders, Ericka Huggins, and Joanna Macy. Their music inspires thousands at events across California.

After years as the musical voice of the Thrive Network, Wildchoir is now an independent ensemble, grateful for past collaboration and excited for its new journey. Learn more at Bioneers.org.

Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage, Director of the Food Labor Research Center at UC Berkeley, and founder of the Restaurant Opportunities Center, is a leading labor organizer. Author of four books, including *One Fair Wage: Ending All Sub-minimum Pay in America*, she is recognized for her creative and effective work.

Jayaraman discusses her two decades organizing restaurant and low-wage workers. She highlights the current historic worker revolt in the U.S., exploring its significant implications for climate justice and democracy.

Learn more at www.bioneers.org

Indigenous Peoples, comprising 5% of the global population, safeguard 80% of the world's biodiversity. This fact underscores their critical role as experts in resource management and climate action, yet their knowledge is often undervalued in institutional spaces.

To move beyond mere acknowledgment, we must center and strengthen Indigenous rights in climate initiatives. Indigenous Rights activist Jade Begay will share insights on the progress of Indigenous leadership and how to empower it—a necessity for planetary survival.

This keynote was presented at the Bioneers 2023 Conference. Learn more at http://www.bioneers.org.

Kim Stanley Robinson is an acclaimed science fiction writer, celebrated for over 20 award-winning books translated into 26 languages. His influential works, notably *Ministry for the Future*, brilliantly explore global ecological, economic, and socio-political crises, offering visionary solutions for a climate-disrupted future. He was a featured speaker at COP-26.

Robinson's extensive accolades include the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy awards. In 2016, asteroid 72432 was named "Kimrobinson" in his honor.

Learn more at www.bioneers.org.

The energy transition is critical, with the 2020s marking a decisive decade for climate justice. As fossil fuels peak, we must rapidly scale renewables, ensuring an equitable new energy economy. Visionary "green" entrepreneur Danny Kennedy, founder of New Energy Nexus, proposes a "3D" clean energy future: distributed, decentralized in ownership, and democratized in control, driven by global grassroots entrepreneurship.

Kennedy, a seasoned eco-activist and clean-tech leader, co-founded Sungevity and Powerhouse. He now serves as CEO of New Energy Nexus, a global nonprofit providing funds, accelerators, and networks to advance clean energy innovation and adoption worldwide.

Learn more at bioneers.org.