A space to celebrate the beauty, majesty and diversity of humanity on planet Earth. Here an ambiance of wonder and awe is created by exquisitely beautiful photos, displays or exhibits of human beings at home, work and play in all corners of the world. It could be designed in an amphitheater style where students could sit on tiered benches. It could be set up like a museum with pathways to different exhibits. There could be space for smart board or web connected projection screen. The space also would feature maps and globes to help students learn the names of places on the planet they are interested in, or to help teachers who are leading a particular lesson. It would be illuminated by lighting that fosters an atmosphere of inspiration and beauty, and which is adjustable depending on the activity.

This space would celebrate the human family and its purpose is for the study of the earth as a planet, the evolution of life on earth, achievements, constructions and inventions of humankind the cultural and religious diversity of the peoples of the world. The aim would be for students to regularly visit this space, and in so doing coming to a deep appreciation of the stunning diversity of our human family, so that they are can much better understand our common heritage, envision an equitably just and shared future, and be inspired to take personal responsibility for realizing that future.

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