Eradication of Global Hunger at UN Initiative: Holacracy Process Enriched byHuman Will and Virtue

Title

Eradication of Global Hunger at UN Initiative: Holacracy Process Enriched byHuman Will and Virtue

Creator

Nair R.; Joy J.

Description

The researchers have directed their attention to the UNs 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a specific focus on two critical objectives: hunger and poverty alleviation. While the UN has been vocal about eradicating hunger and poverty, the researchers believe that a fundamental shift in human perspective is needed. They propose a novel approach rooted in holacracy to revolutionize food production, distribution, and management. At the core of their proposal lies the ancient Indian principle, Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which translates to The World Is One Family. While it may seem utopian, the researchers see it as a reachable goal through holacracy. Their hypothesis centres on producing food for all and collectively utilizing it, transcending national boundaries and individual interests. The researchers advocate for a transformation in the way the UN operates by embracing holacracy as a practical social technology rather than a mere concept. Holacratic organizations, they argue, have the potential to remove barriers obstructing progress. The implementation of their vision begins with the UN functioning as a global nerve centre for data, with its 193 member nations acting as equal and interdependent contributors. This Centre would display the worldwide food landscape and foster a moral and ethical awakening, emphasizing the shared responsibility for all humanity. Real-time data on food availability, supply chains, and consumption would be accessible on a public website. Holacracy, they contend, should inspire individuals to prioritize love for humanity as a panacea. Power circles interconnect to collaboratively address issues. The UN could serve as a catalyst for this transformation. The knowledge nerve centre would provide critical data on arable land, water resources, and supply chain infrastructure to facilitate problem-solving at various levels. Timely responses and actions would be driven by the principles of holacracy and advanced digital technologies, addressing concerns hindering the achievement of UN goals. This data-driven approach, coupled with actionable plans, aims to eliminate food shortages and subsequently combat poverty and hunger worldwide. In conclusion, the researchers envision a future where holacracy and a shared sense of responsibility propel humanity towards ending hunger and poverty, with the UN playing a pivotal role as a catalyst for change and a provider of essential data and guidance. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.

Source

Green Energy and Technology, Vol-Part F2272, pp. 477-494.

Date

2024-01-01

Publisher

Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH

Subject

Holacracy; Hunger; Poverty; Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); UN (United Nations)

Coverage

Nair R., School of Arts and Humanities, Christ University, Bangalore, India; Joy J., School of Business and Management, Christ University, Bangalore, India

Rights

Restricted Access

Relation

ISSN: 18653529

Format

Online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47215-2_27

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