ABSTRACT
The abiding influence is to transcend centuries-old notions of subjects, schools and classrooms and to frame education in challenging and exciting new ways – globally, holistically and agentically. Young people’s influence can have global reach and astonishing effect where it does break through. The knowledge system of the Inuit culture, Qaujimajatuqangit, is based on the guiding principles of mutual trust and respect, stewardship, living in balance and harmony with one another and with the environment, collaborative relationships, consensual decision making and resourceful problem solving, with the aim of enhancing humanity. The sustainability agenda is not just about schools: transgressing and blurring the boundaries between school and community can have inspiring influence. Conceiving schools and education systems in ecological terms as part of a web of community connections is enticing as a way of moving towards environmental sustainability, essential for human survival.
