Bhubaneswar, Oct 3: Odisha-born Canadian author, policy thinker and sustainability strategist Satya Brata Das has taken his message of collective action and hope to a global audience with the worldwide release of his new book, The Manifesto of Hope: A New Social Contract for Our Human Family.
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Released on Gandhi Jayanti, which marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and the International Day of Non-Violence, the book calls for a renewed approach to some of the world's pressing challenges, including climate change, inequality, conflict and social instability.
Published by Barlow Books, Canada, The Manifesto of Hope argues for moving beyond passive optimism towards informed, citizen-led action. It explores themes of human dignity, compassion, collective responsibility and sustainability while highlighting the role individuals and communities can play in shaping a more resilient future.
Drawing on his decades of experience in journalism, public policy and strategic advisory, Das presents a framework centred on Adaptation, Resilience and Mitigation (ARM). He also advocates moving beyond the goal of Net Zero towards what he describes as a Planet Positive future.
“The Manifesto of Hope is an invitation to rethink our shared future — not through passive optimism, but through informed action, citizen leadership and collective responsibility,” Das said.
The book emphasises that meaningful change cannot depend solely on governments, institutions and corporations. According to Das, communities and citizens also have a crucial role in responding to global challenges and building a more sustainable and inclusive society.
Satya Brata Das’ Odisha Connection
Based in Edmonton, Canada, Das has spent decades working across journalism, public policy, sustainability and strategic advisory. He has advised on major government files in Canada and served on public, corporate and philanthropic boards. His recent work has focused on climate resilience, sustainability and emerging technologies.
His roots in Odisha remain an important part of his personal journey. Experiences from his birthplace have continued to shape his wider perspective on human dignity, sustainability and social responsibility.
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The book was formally celebrated at a special launch in Edmonton on October 1, ahead of its global release on Gandhi Jayanti. A series of events will follow in Canada, including an ‘A Taste of Hope’ ceremony in Edmonton on October 2 and the national launch in Ottawa on October 13 at the Canadian War Museum.
The Ottawa event is expected to bring together readers, thought leaders and members of the wider public for discussions around the ideas explored in the book.
The Manifesto of Hope is now available worldwide in hardcover, eBook and Kindle editions. Indian readers can currently purchase the eBook through Amazon, while the hardcover edition is expected to become available in India soon.
