In the second unit of the module the learners will be exposed to the differing views and conflicts of interest among major players such as civil society, governments and businesses that provide the basis for ineffective policy and action for achieving sustainable development.

This unit will also focus on how the lack of informed, collective decision-making and broad-based ownership of final solutions are major barriers for sustainable development. To this end, public participation (i.e. in the form of stakeholder consultations) can be used as an effective tool to provide space for a broad discussion on the potential impact of development strategies on a community’s life, social and economic conditions, and the environment. Finally, this unit will give some insights on how young people can overcome some of the aforementioned barriers in order to get involved in their communities’ green activities.