Kanika approach as a budding author goes beyond activism and focuses on building a repository of knowledge and meditations to foster the spirit of collective progress in various Himalayan communities by proposing frameworks to solve their challenges
SOLVING SUSTAINABILITY
Epistemic Sustainability Integration (ESI) A transformative Framework designed to guide businesses in embedding sustainability into their very fabric by transforming the underlying belief systems that drive decision-making. The ESI Framework combines philosophical inquiry with practical strategies, focusing on the triple bottom line of People, Planet, and Profit.
At the heart of the ESI Framework are key principles derived from both Western and Eastern philosophical traditions, including Dharma (ethical duty), Samskara (cultural imprints), Ahimsa (non-violence), Sadharana Dharma (common duty), Raja Dharma (leadership duty), Sarvodaya (universal upliftment), and Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family). These principles provide a moral and ethical compass, ensuring that sustainability strategies are equitable, just, and effective.
The ESI Framework is structured around several key components:
- Epistemic Transformation: Challenging and reshaping traditional business beliefs to foster a deeper understanding of sustainability.
- Cultural Integration: Embedding sustainability into the organizational culture through leadership, employee engagement, and stakeholder collaboration.
- Social Responsibility: Aligning business practices with social norms and expectations to build trust and contribute to social equity.
- Economic Redefinition: Moving beyond profit maximization to embrace a broader definition of value that includes social and environmental dimensions.
This framework is not merely theoretical; it provides actionable steps and tools to help businesses implement sustainable practices that align with their values and long-term goals.
SOLVING CANNABIS AND HEMP
Epistemic Co-existence Growth (eCG): A Balanced Approach to Legalizing Hemp and Cannabis” offers a groundbreaking framework for how society can collectively move towards the legalization and acceptance of both hemp and cannabis. The eCG framework integrates knowledge systems from various perspectives—scientific, cultural, governmental, and business—to foster sustainable and equitable growth in these industries. This book explores the potential of hemp and cannabis as solutions to pressing global issues, such as economic development, public health, environmental sustainability, and social justice.
Drawing on real-world case studies, scientific research, and policy analysis, the book emphasizes the power of co-existence—how different sectors and knowledge systems can work together to create a framework that benefits all stakeholders. With a roadmap for implementation, it offers practical solutions for policymakers, businesses, activists, and consumers to engage in meaningful, ethical, and effective ways to bring about change.
The book is structured into three major parts:
- Theoretical Foundations of the eCG Framework
- Strategic Components and Stakeholder Involvement
- Implementation and Roadmap for Global Adoption
Target Audience
- Policymakers and Government Officials: Those looking to understand the benefits of hemp and cannabis legalization from a policy and regulatory standpoint.
- Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs: Those interested in entering or expanding within the hemp and cannabis industries.
- Activists and Educators: People working on public awareness campaigns or social justice initiatives.
- Academics and Researchers: Those studying the social, economic, and environmental impact of hemp and cannabis.
- General Readers: Anyone interested in sustainability, social change, or the evolving landscape of cannabis and hemp legalization.
