Embedding Sustainability into Career Development

Embedding Sustainability into Career Development: A Framework for Hope and Action
This closing plenary explores the pivotal role of career development practitioners in advancing sustainability and facilitating transformative career guidance. Drawing from the principles of the UN's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the session underscores the importance of integrating sustainability into career interventions to foster social justice, personal fulfillment, and community service. Attendees will gain insights into innovative practices that help individuals uncover their strengths, align their career aspirations with their values, and contribute meaningfully to a sustainable future. The session highlights the use of reflection and purposeful interventions in career education, offering practical tools to help clients navigate the complexities of their career journeys with hope and a sense of purpose. This plenary calls for career development scholars and practitioners to expand their impact by embedding sustainability into their practice, ultimately preparing clients to thrive in a rapidly evolving, interconnected world.