As a student at Facens, I am extremely happy to have an institution that thinks about Sustainability, where the theme is addressed in various aspects, whether in the classroom, on campus, in projects. When I joined the Student Sustainability Committee, I had the intention of being able to learn more about the subject and convey to my colleagues about its importance, after all, we will be the future managers. 

Throughout my life, I heard a lot about sustainability and grew up seeing my family – especially my father and grandfather – participating in projects and events on this subject, both because of work and out of personal desire. With this, I was able to realize from a very early age the importance of sustainability in my life, in the lives of the people I know and throughout the world, as it is what will provide a good quality of life for all living beings on the planet, not just to us, who are present here and now, but to those who will be here in the future. When I joined Facens and came across the various events, groups and projects that revolved around sustainability, I realized that this was the college that would allow me to develop my academic life and approach my course in the way I wanted: thinking about the sustainable development, showing how it is possible to think about economic development alongside human needs and environmental conservation. Since then, I have had the opportunity to participate in initiatives aimed at social and environmental good by the Facens Social Innovation Laboratory (LIS); witness the development of sustainable projects in my area; and participate in the Student Sustainability Committee, to develop and carry out sustainable proposals, in addition to seeking to learn more about the subject and promote this knowledge and awareness to others.

In the academic training of our students, it is crucial to bring academic knowledge closer to the needs of today's world, including the principles of sustainability, in all its dimensions. Knowing, reflecting, changing attitudes and seeking sustainable solutions are part of the path to improving the living conditions of current and future generations. As a professor of the Psychology course, I work with students on the future professional's commitment to promoting health and social and emotional well-being, prioritizing prevention and valuing life. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health is directly linked to general health and well-being.
In 2022, I developed the Project “Sustainability and Mental Health: a possible path to suicide prevention”, with 3rd semester students, during the Yellow September Campaign at Smart Mall Facens. This project was awarded in the Sustainable Educator category by the Social Innovation Laboratory (LIS) Facens. I would like to thank the coordinator of the Psychology course, Carolina Antonelli dos Santos, and the team at the Social Innovation Laboratory (LIS) Facens for their support and encouragement of teachers’ participation. Being part of the faculty at Facens is an incredible experience. The institution's mission is to develop and prepare people and teams for a better future, with balance and social well-being. Together, walking and sowing, we can reap valuable fruits, after all, as Mahatma Ghandi said: “Be the change you want to see in the world”.