UGC Conversations: Planning SDG Engagements on Your Campus (11 am EST start)
2024-02-26 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
In preparation for SDG Week 2024 (March 4-8) learn about the SDG Week concept, ways to engage, and resources available for planning events. Hear tips and lessons learned from UGC organizers and partner universities and networks that have planned Sustainable Development Goal focused events, weeks, or programs on their campuses. Time for questions and answers from attendees will be provided.
Register to attend at: https://gatech.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-OgWkiAwQ3eN_t7Drf8XOA

The role of medical sciences universities in the UN SDGs (9.00-10.30 GMT)
2024-03-04 04:00 - 05:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Link to join: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83511832812?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 835 1183 2812
Passcode: [REDACTED]
How can medical universities play a critical role in fulfilling the SDGs and helping society to achieve the SDGs through leadership, research, teaching and learning? View National Nutrition & Food Technology Research Institute’s (NNFTRI) programmes and projects in line with actualizing UN’s Sustainable Development Goals

We Demand FASHION 2024 SDG 12: Bazaar & Small Business Sustainability (4 March 8:00 am – 6 March 17:00, Philippines, PHST)
2024-03-04 08:00 - 2024-03-06 17:00 (Asia/Manila)
Event information: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=828201339320867&set=a.467110008763337

Fast fashion and social media have created a perfect storm in the fashion industry. Social media platforms have made it easier for fast fashion brands to reach a global audience and promote their products. However, this has also fueled the rapid production and consumption of cheap, disposable clothing, with significant environmental and social consequences. Thus, the Internationalization and Linkages (InterLink) Office of San Pedro College aims to address this phenomenon through We Demand FASHION: Forward-Thinking, Attainable, Sustainable, Humane, and Innovative Options Now.
This project will be conducted during Interlink Week, which is on March 4 to 6, 2024 where the San Pedro College community and beyond will complete various projects supporting the skill augmentation of students and globalization efforts.
We Demand FASHION aims to provide students and business owners an avenue to hone their entrepreneurial skills through retailing secondhand apparel in an Ukay-ukay Bazaar. This event is open to serve fellow students, faculty, and staff to introduce and practice sustainable efforts as stakeholders in the ever-growing clothing industry. Furthermore, this event is opened by a seminar including themes of career building, the consequences of trends and fast fashion, and consumer welfare, all centered around creating a positive economic, social, and environmental impact.
During the Ukay-ukay Bazaar, the vendors will consist of different business owners and student entrepreneurs who will set up their stalls at the start of each day and subsequently be asked to pack up at the end of each day of the event. Food vendors will also be promptly invited to increase customer traffic and provide diverse options for students to choose from while visiting the bazaar.
Target Audience
Secondary and Tertiary Students of San Pedro College
Secondary and Tertiary Faculty Members of San Pedro College
San Pedro College Personnel
Local Businesses of Davao City
Davao Colleges and Universities Network (DACUN) schools
International Partners in University Global Coalition

Advancing SDGs on Campus Using the 17 Rooms Approach
2024-03-04 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
To register: Meeting Registration – Zoom
How can you take the world’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals into your own hands?
Join this session to hear from students and staff as they explain how they have used 17 Rooms to advance action, insights, and community on the SDGs.
A partnership between the Center for Sustainable Development at The Brookings Institution and The Rockefeller Foundation, 17 Rooms is a platform for advancing the economic, social, and environmental priorities embedded in the SDGs.
o Aanuoluwa Adiji, Federal University of Technology Akure (Nigeria), Millennium Fellowship campus director
o Melody Nguyen, Pace University (USA), Millennium Fellowship campus director
o Jacob Taylor, 17 Rooms Secretariat, moderator
o Ifeoluwa Bodunde, Lead City University (Nigeria), University Global Coalition Room 2
o Sophie Javers, University of California Davis (USA), University Global Coalition Room 2
o Drew Cutright, Georgia Institute of Technology & University Global Coalition Secretariat, moderator

Community Tourism: Is it Sustainable?
2024-03-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register at: https://forms.gle/JFSAXDCzHsviNtH28
Head to Medellin, Colombia to gain a first-hand insight into how booming “community tourism” can impact residents living in Latin America while discovering how you can visit in more ethical way. We join local guide and resident Ana Cristina, who dispels myths about sustainable community tourism and explains how increasing visitor numbers is changing.
Presenter: Ana Cristina, operations manager for Kagumu Adventures. Tour Leader and local resident in Medellin, Colombia.

Alianzas para el Cambio: Universidades y Estudiantes en la Agenda de Sustentabilidad en América Latina (13.00-14.00 CST)
2024-03-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register: https://itesm.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rceiqrTIvG93m0wPZ0KMOjQB19FSrtWoV
The event intends to provide a space where students can discuss with key actors on the role of universities and their students within the implementation of public policies and agreements to achieve sustainability in Latin America. This event is organized by the Students Groups of International Relations and Sustainable Development from Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Santa Fe.
– Dr. Christopher Kurt Kiessling, International Relations bachelor’s degree coordinator, Universidad Blas Pascal
– Tomas Antolinez, Climate activist and youth leader, Universidad de los Andes
– Javiera Alfaro, Social activist and youth leader, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Facilitators: Carolina Cornejo Soto (SADES-Tec de Monterrey) and Daniel Durán Mejía (SALRI-Tec de Monterrey)

Conferencia “De la desigualdad de género a la desigualdad climática” (11.00-12.00 CST)
2024-03-04 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Pre-registration is required: https://itesm.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckceGtpj8vGNSevi8d07la71qG-QrZKlB4

This Conference is organized by the Students’ Group of the Sustainable Development Engineering from Tec de Monterrey, Mexico City Campus. The objective of this conference is to explore the intersection between gender inequality and climate inequality, highlighting how these affect the addressing of other challenges such as climate change. Additionally, the Conference aims to open the debate and analyze how inequalities make certain groups more vulnerable to climate change effects, and other social and environmental conflicts.
Presenter: Prof. Claudia Lorena Compeán González, Adjunct Professor of the Department of Sustainable and Civil Technologies, Tec de Monterey

SDG-Impact Careers Session 1: Natalie Sehi (#2 & #3) (12-1pm CST)
2024-03-04 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
To register: https://unl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtceGtqjIjGtcmtJJBnyvmZ7q8DDTHqW3m
Time: 12-1 CST
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s SDG Scholars Program helps students to dive deeper into their knowledge of the SDGs, engage with peers from different communities, create original content and action plans, but critically, helps students expand their professional networks and explore career possibilities.
The “global” and “local” expert aspect of the program brings students together with professionals around the U.S. and world to learn about diverse approaches impacting the SDGs, learn about meaningful career options, and grow their local and worldwide professional networks. For SDG Action and Awareness week, we are making these sessions open to the public. Join us to see what our program is like and to hear from a professional working towards one or more of the SDGs in their day-to-day work.
Featured SDG-Career Guest:
Natalie Sehi, M.S.
Extension Educator for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln working with the Nutrition Education Program (NEP), which includes Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) and Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). https://cehs.unl.edu/nhs/faculty/natalie-sehi/
Moderator:
Brianne Wolf, Global Learning & Engagement Strategies Coordinator, College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA

Catalysts for Change: Campus Champions for the #GlobalGoals (5-6 p.m. CST)
2024-03-04 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Link to join at event start time: https://uca-edu.zoom.us/j/89033923130?pwd=[REDACTED]

Time: 5-6 p.m. CST
Catalysts for Change: Campus Champions for the #GlobalGoals
Public Keynote by Celine Kassem: McCastlain Hall 143 (Art Lecture Hall), 5 p.m.
Reception: Center for Chinese Language and Culture, McCastlain Hall, 6 p.m.
Sponsor: Center for Global Learning and Engagement, UCA Model United Nations, Rotaract Club
Sustainable Development Goal: 4, 5, 16
After 13 years of atrocities against civilians in Syria, the war and the humanitarian crisis continue to deteriorate. Celine Kassem, director of media for the Syrian Emergency Task Force, is a voice for the voiceless, creating content to reach audiences worldwide. Kassem will also discuss how students can be involved and make a difference. ZOOM FOR GLOBAL PARTNERS
Facilitator: Riva Brown, Global Learning Specialist, Center for Global Learning and Engagement, University of Central Arkansas
Speaker: Celine Kassem, director of media for the Syrian Emergency Task Force

UNESCO: An Overview of the Pact for the Future (presented in English and French; 15.00-16.30 CET)
2024-03-05 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register at: https://unesco-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rzQCe0TFSyiGLw2QqiD_ew#/registration

The UN Summit of the Future: Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow, New York, 22-23 September 2024, aims to enhance cooperation on critical challenges and address gaps in global governance, reaffirm existing commitments including to the Sustainable Development Goals and the United Nations Charter, and move towards a reinvigorated multilateral system that is better positioned to positively impact people’s lives. An action-oriented outcome document, Pact for the Future, is expected to be agreed by Member States through intergovernmental negotiations on issues they decide to take forward.
The effects of inequality, poverty, conflict, climate change, and the adverse impacts of technology – amongst others – are causing severe threats to the world. As the UN Secretary-General asserted in Our Common Agenda, ‘Humanity faces a stark and urgent choice: a breakdown or a breakthrough’. Awareness of potential catastrophe and dedication to transformation for better futures provides opportunities to mobilize collective intelligence towards just and sustainable futures for all.
Speakers in the first UNESCO Chairs Seminar of 2024 will provide an overview of the zero draft of the Pact for the Future. UNESCO Chairs and other experts will have the opportunity to react to the zero draft, which comprises a chapeau and the following Chapters:
1. Sustainable Development & Financing for Development
2. International Peace and Security
3. Science, Technology and Innovation and Digital Cooperation
4. Youth and Future Generations
5. Transforming Global Governance.
If agreed by governments, a Global Digital Compact and a Declaration on Future Generations would be annexed to the Pact for the Future.
In this Seminar, UNESCO Chairs will interact with invited experts to discuss the zero draft, and to consider how UNESCO Chairs and research partners might engage with these issues from their diverse intellectual and geographic vantage points. Subsequent UNESCO Chairs Seminars (April to July 2024) will focus on the substance of each of the 5 themes.

Opening remarks: Sobhi Tawil, Director, Future of Learning and Innovation Division, UNESCO
Opening presentation: ‘The Pact for the Future – zero draft’ Zazie Schafer, Director, Bureau of Strategic Planning, UNESCO
UNESCO Chairs and research partners
• Charles Hopkins and Katrin Kohl, UNESCO Chair in Reorienting Education
towards Sustainability, York University, Canada
• Vernor Muñoz Villalobos, Head of Policy & Advocacy, Global Campaign
for Education; & Education and Academia Stakeholder Group (EASG),
Costa Rica
• Susan Osireditse Keitumetse, UNESCO Chair on African Heritage Studies
and Sustainable Development, University of Botswana, Botswana
Comments and discussion
Moderator: Zazie Schafer, Director, Bureau of Strategic Planning, UNESCO
All participants
Closing remarks
Keith Holmes, Research Coordinator, UNITWIN/UNESCO Charis Programme,
Future of Learning and Innovation Division, UNESCO

The Critical Importance of Measuring SDG Progress on Campuses
2024-03-05 11:00 - 12:15 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register at: https://www.collegesinstitutes.ca/event/the-critical-importance-of-measuring-sdg-progress-on-campuses/

Global experts on the importance of measuring progress on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on campuses across the world will share on their expertise and case studies. The role of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) is key for a global shift to a more inclusive, just and sustainable society and economy. Our panelists from the Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges (EAUC, UK), UNESCO-UNEVOC (Bonn, Germany) and the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE, USA) will share their perspectives on why the SDGs are relevant and timely for the TVET sector and why accurately measuring progress towards achieving these Global Goals is critically important to our world and the future of our planet.
Charlotte Bonner, President and CEO, EAUC (SDG Accord secretariat)
Friedrich Huebler, Head of Mission, UNESCO-UNEVOC
Meghan Zahniser, Executive Director, AASHE
Moderator: Jon Beale, Manager, SDSN Canada

SDG-Impact Careers Session 2: Florencio Venté (#10, #8, #16) (11am-12pm CST)
2024-03-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
To Register: https://unl.zoom.us/j/93893395453?pwd=[REDACTED]
Time: 11 am-12pm CST
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s SDG Scholars Program helps students to dive deeper into their knowledge of the SDGs, engage with peers from different communities, create original content and action plans, among other aspects. Critically, it also helps students expand their professional networks and explore career possibilities.
The “global” and “local” expert aspect of the program brings students together with professionals around the U.S. and world to learn about diverse approaches toward achieving the SDGs, allows them to learn about meaningful career options, as well as grow their local and worldwide professional networks. For SDG Action and Awareness week, we are making these sessions open to the public. Join us to see what our program is like and to hear from a professional working towards one or more of the SDGs in their day-to-day work.
Featured SDG-Career Guest:
Florencio Venté
Co-Director of MGCY Migration / MYCP, a self-organized space empowering children and youth to contribute to and engage in intergovernmental and allied policy processes at the United Nations. Founder of Glocals, a community that promotes the cultural, social and economic integration between migrants and local people to confront the issues of discrimination.
Moderator:
Brianne Wolf, Global Learning & Engagement Strategies Coordinator, College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA

Interdisciplinary round table «THE IMPLEMENTATION OF RESILIENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY POLICIES IN UZHHOROD NATIONAL UNIVERSITY» (presented in Ukranian; 15.00-17.00 Kyiv; in-person event)
2024-03-05 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Kyiv)
In Person Event
The event will be conducted in the format of the round table. The vice-rector is opening the event. There will be four speeches. There have been invited students, senior pupils, school teachers, colleagues from faculties. It will be an interactive interdisciplinary round table as seen from the topics. The war context will be touched upon as it is currently Ukraine’s reality. The local and university media have been invited.
The Importance of Conceptual Understanding of Resilience and Sustainability Policies
General Tendencies in Achieving Global Goals in Ukraine during the War
Ecological Component in Rebuilding Ukraine
Interlinkages between Fictional Texts and SDGs
All the event presenters work in Uzhhorod National University (UzhNU)
1) Myroslava Lendel, Vice-Rector for Scientific and Pedagogical Work of UzhNU, Doc. of Political Sciences, Professor of the Department of Political Sciences and Public Administration
2)Hanna Meleganych, Head of the Center for Sustainable Development of UzhNU, Ph.D. in Political Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of International Studies and Public Communication
3)Svitlana Delehan, Head of the Center for Interdisciplinary Scientific Research of UzhNU, PhD in Chemical Sciences, Associate Professor
4) Antonina Bulyna, Deputy Head of the International Relations Department of UzhNU, Assistant Professor at the Department of English Philology

Los estudiantes nos cuentan: Avances en las investigaciones del semillero CODS (3.30-5.00 CST)
2024-03-05 16:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
EVENT TIME: 3.30-5.00 CST
Watch live at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxZZwKFbX14
Students from diverse undergrad programs that take parte of the research HUB of the SDG Center will be sharing their research updates. The topics are Communities in endangered ecosystems, sustainable transportation and transition to sustainable energy in the fashion industry.

Presenters: Students from diverse undergrad programs that take parte of the research HUB of the SDG Center will be sharing their research updates.

Movie screening: Beyond Zero (in-person; Conestoga College)
2024-03-05 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
We are organizing a movie Screening at Doon Campus of Conestoga college Ontario, on March 5, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. We’ll have the chance to watch BEYOND ZERO 🏦🌎, a movie that on teaches sustainability. Viewers (Conestoga student) will have a chance to see the impact is sustainability while having fun.
The purpose of this event is to create awareness of sustainability on campus and beyond. Using the movie avenue will be fun and at the same time driving the message of sustainability into the minds of our viewers.
This event is free of charge.
Presenter: Conestoga college sustainability club, Nicole Vieytes (the president) Kingson Ahaneku (Vice President)

Journey de la Sostenibilidad (17.00-19.00 CST)
2024-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register at: https://itesm.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrceCrpzsrGtc87xPifeT0LYZ0IrKNuJof

The event is organized by Ruta Azul from Tec de Monterrey, Campus Sonora Norte. During the event, the students will share their experiences, lessons learned on their successful projects in the state of Sonora, which have contributed to raising the awareness towards mitigating environmental issues and strengthening the engagement of the students with their environment.
Presenters: The Team of Ruta Azul del Tec de Monterrey, Campus Sonora

Time: 17.00-19.00 CST

Fish Hut – Promoting positive mental health through fishing, one fish at a time
2024-03-05 19:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Fish Hut is a non profit organization focused on promoting positive mental health through fishing, one fish at a time. Fish Hut builds Fish Huts, organizes fishing clinics and hosts virtual fishing contests. Fish Hut is proud to host the largest free ice fishing in Minnesota in Feb 2024. Fish Hut positively impacts more than 4000 youth each year and contribute to UN SDG3: Good health and Well Being and SDG 14: Life below Water.
Presenters: Vick Tan, Founder, Fish Hut
William Tan, Co-Founder, Fish Hut

TO JOIN: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83783488230?pwd=[REDACTED]

🌍💧 Water Sustainability Challenges: Tobruk City and Beyond 💧🌍 (10.00-13.00 Libya, EET; Arabic and English)
2024-03-06 03:00 - 06:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register at: https://forms.gle/ae3gb3USgL5JPeZf6

🎓 Tobruk University is thrilled to announce a landmark event as part of our commitment to community service and global sustainability dialogue. This event shines a spotlight on water sustainability challenges in Tobruk City, Libya, and marks a significant step in our engagement with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the University Global Coalition’s Action and Awareness Week.
📢 Open Invitation:
We warmly invite students, experts, research centers, universities, NGOs, governmental organizations, and the global community to join us. This platform celebrates successful stories, innovative solutions, and discussions on water sustainability challenges from diverse perspectives.
📚 Engagement Beyond the Event:
Post-event, we’ll share highlights through a radio program to continue the dialogue and incorporate community feedback. This is part of Tobruk University’s strategy for a sustainable future.
🎤 Featured Topics and Speakers:
🧪 Dr. Salah Idris on “Water Analysis in Tobruk City.”
💧 Mr. Mohamed Abubaker discussing “Desalination Plants in Tobruk City.”
🌱 Mr. Abdalhamid Saad on “Water Management and Capacity Building Projects.”
📊 Mr. Naser Mansour highlighting “Strategic Planning and Its Role in Providing Potable Water.”
🤝 Inclusivity:
The event is FREE and open to everyone.
Discussions will be in English and Arabic, with additional language support upon request.111

Sustainable Synergy: Unpacking the Whole-Institution Approach to SDG Implementation (12.00-13.00 GMT)
2024-03-06 07:00 - 08:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
This event will explore how adopting a whole-institution approach in higher education and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) can lead to positive changes. Our panelists will discuss how sustainability principles can be seamlessly integrated into, and strengthen, the academic-community relationship. They will share theoretical, university, student, and community perspectives on the benefits, challenges, and practical ways to make these changes happen.
Presenters:
Katrin Kohl, Focal Point for SDG 4 in the IAU HESD Cluster
Zainal Abidin Sanusi, Director, Sejahtera Centre for Sustainability and Humanity
Ravichandiranesan Ponnudurai, iGoCitizen
Keerthana Rajaderan, Asst Executive Director, PSPK Gombak
Moderator: Rachel Warnick, Chief Programmes Officer, Professors Without Borders

Needs of training to embed sustainability into education (10-11 am EST; 15.00-16.00 GMT)
2024-03-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
If we’re determined to tackle climate change, ecological emergency, and to achieve the other sustainable development goals, it is crucial that people involved in teaching and education are receiving training on how to embed SDGs in curriculum and link with institutional strategy and objectives. We must empower and engage them to be part of the change and strategy to achieve the SDGs. There are many countries around the world where academics are not well trained, and they are not sure how to embed sustainability in curriculum and education strategy. They are still using traditional methods and learners are also not learning in an effective environment. Hence, there is a need to provide training to those academics or institutions how to enhance learning and teaching environment as well as embedding sustainability in the curriculum.
Presenters: Dr Aliar Hossain – Head of Department, University of Northumbria (London Campus), UK
Dr Natalie Coers – Lecturer of Global Agricultural Leadership Development, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Leadership Institute, USA
Dr Malak Qaid – Ph.D. in Public Law and Political Science at FSJES, Morocco)

Join at meeting time: https://gatech.zoom.us/j/93724395743

Recycling plastic waste in Africa: challenges and opportunities (3-4.30 pm GMT, presented in English and French)
2024-03-06 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HU4RGX-TSgOCBzKRlh3UAQ

Plastic waste recycling in Africa: myth or reality? Sharing experiences and current best practices in plastic waste recycling, exploring strategies put in place to combat plastic waste, advanced plastic recycling techniques and technologies (example of a plastic waste recycling industry in Africa); Issues, challenges and opportunities: a look at the reality of plastic waste recycling in Africa;
Education and community involvement: a lever for catalyzing a change in behavior towards plastics.
-M. Gado BEMAH, CEO of Green Industry Plast, Togo (https://www.facebook.com/p/Green-Industry-Plast-Togo-100085447841974/)
– Mrs Mariam KEITA, CEO BGS Recyplast, Guinea (https://www.facebook.com/BGSRECYPLAST/?locale=fr_FR)
– Ms Esther C. FAGBO, Head of Human Resources and Partnerships Wecyclers, Nigeria (https://www.wecyclers.com/systems/)
Co-moderators: Etotépé A. SOGBOHOSSOU and Aishat Oduye

SDG Careers Session 2: Bevon Charles (#2, #8) (9-10 am CST)
2024-03-06 10:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register at: https://unl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUuf-uvqDkrH93CnaZzy2xeKvX1tukXLJKA
Time: 9-10 am CST
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s SDG Scholars Program helps students to dive deeper into their knowledge of the SDGs, engage with peers from different communities, create original content and action plans, among other aspects. Critically, it also helps students expand their professional networks and explore career possibilities.
The “global” and “local” expert aspect of the program brings students together with professionals around the U.S. and world to learn about diverse approaches toward achieving the SDGs, allows them to learn about meaningful career options, as well as grow their local and worldwide professional networks. For SDG Action and Awareness week, we are making these sessions open to the public. Join us to see what our program is like and to hear from a professional working towards one or more of the SDGs in their day-to-day work.
Featured SDG-Career Guest:
Bevon Charles, CEO/Founder of Akata Farms, agriprenuer-farmer, sustainable development advocate, creative, youth leader, innovator, and techprenuer. (Young Leaders of the America alumni, Nebraska)
Moderator:
Brianne Wolf, Global Learning & Engagement Strategies Coordinator, College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA

SUNY Oswego in Honduras: Helping “Life Below Water”
2024-03-06 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Join faculty and administrators from the State University of New York at Oswego (USA) to discuss their latest student research project in Roatan, Honduras. The Honduras Marine Wildlife Ecology program is now in its 15th year and a member of the Innovative Instruction Technology Grants (IITG) project awarded to the University at Buffalo (UB) for 2023-24. IITG is a competitive grants program open to SUNY faculty and staff across all disciplines and encourages development of innovations that meet the Power of SUNY’s transformative vision.
The overall project, the SUNY Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Project Challenge, involves students working on projects in the developing world on sustainable development research of value to local communities and contributing to global sustainability.
The Oswego project in Honduras focuses on marine habitat and coral reef research and restoration.
Presenters:
Elizabeth Balko, Instructor of Biological Sciences, SUNY Oswego
Joshua McKeown, Associate Provost for International Education and Programs, SUNY Oswego

SDG Week: Upcycled Bag Workshop (in person only, 1-3 p.m. PST)
2024-03-06 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Register for in person event: https://forms.gle/fWgLaZzmPRkFGrpr5
SDG Action & Awareness Week is happening March 4-8! Join the Office of Sustainability for this two-hour workshop to learn about the SDGs and make your very own upcycled textile bag!
Spots are REQUIRED and limited to the first 15 participants so make sure to sign up on the Google Form provided!
Presenter: Kaelynn Tan, Zero Waste Coordinator, UC Davis Office of Sustainability

🌍✨ Empowerment and Action: Celebrate Women’s Day with Us! ✨🌍(10.30-13.00 Libya, EET; Arabic, English translation available))
2024-03-07 03:30 - 06:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register at: https://forms.gle/8jCrqQNS3H4kca727

We are thrilled to invite you to an empowering event, “The Role of Women in Leading Change Towards Sustainable Development,” brought to you by Tobruk University, Municipality of Tobruk, and Tobruk Security Directorate.
This event is a conscious strategic action taken by Tobruk University in collaboration with our partners as a proud contribution to the University Global Coalition’s Action and Awareness Week, March 4th – 8th, 2024. We welcome attendees from every corner of the globe to join us in this enlightening session.
We Want to Hear from You!
What topics are you most passionate about? How do you see the role of women in leading sustainable development? Share your thoughts and help us tailor an event that reflects our diverse community.
Potential Topics Include:
Bridging the Gap: Women’s Education and Sustainable Development
Economic Empowerment: Women at the Forefront of Sustainable Businesses
Climate Action: Women Leading the Way in Environmental Advocacy
Innovating for a Sustainable Future: Women in STEM
Join us for an inspiring day of stories, insights, and discussions on how we can collectively work towards a sustainable future through the empowerment and leadership of women.
Presenters:
President of Tobruk University
Mayor of the Municipality of Tobruk
CSO of Tobruk Security Directorate
Head of Women’s Empowerment Office, Tobruk University
Head of Women’s Empowerment Office, Municipality of Tobruk
5 – 10 minutes each.
Participants from the local community and civil society organizations

Discussions will be in Arabic, with English translation available.

Beyond Tokenism: Youth Voices and the Quest for Real Change (12.00-13.00 GMT)
2024-03-07 07:00 - 08:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register at: https://forms.gle/vyT8p9WuySRFUq37A

Panel time: 12.00-13.00 GMT
This dynamic panel discussion hosted by Professors Without Borders will delve into the crucial topic of youth inclusion in work on the SDGs. We will explore the progression of youth representation and participation in various countries since inception and will consider whether a diluted form of inclusivity has resulted in global youth complacency, hindering their willingness and/or ability to drive meaningful change.
Young panellists will share insights into the challenges faced in their national and regional contexts regarding meaningful youth inclusion in sustainable development actions. The discussion aims to uncover barriers and seek solutions to empower the younger generation, and will invite participants to share their transformative wishes for the future, highlighting key aspects to enhance youth participation and propel sustainable development initiatives globally.
Keynote: Charles Hopkins, UNESCO Chair for Reorienting Education Towards Sustainability at York University
Panellists:
Divya Rana, Institute for Integrated Development Studies, Nepal
Manasia Futa, DRLA, Angola
Renchillina Joy Supan, University of Philippines, Philippines
Moderator: Stacey Garwe, Programmes Associate, Professors Without Borders

COIL International Conference 2024 (7-8 March 8am-5pm Philipines (PHST))
2024-03-07 08:00 - 2024-03-08 17:00 (Asia/Manila) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Register: https://forms.gle/VNAQ83UeTRkL3SaA6

SDG 4 & 17: Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Conference 2024
Theme: “May the FORCE (Focus, Ownership, Resilience, Collaboration, and Execution) be with You”
Conference Objective:
To present the COIL Virtual exchange course and project results.
To promote the Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Program in the Higher Tertiary Institutions and Basic Education in the Philippines and the world.
To find new networks in the local region.
The general objective of this conference is to expose administrators and faculty members of the HEIs to how internationalization through COIL Ve has been integrated and applied in a similar education system and knowledge throughout the world across borders, improving the quality and deployment of education worldwide. This conference is also expected to strengthen the HEIs Network on COIL VE. A venue to seek new opportunities and partner with international, national, and local universities and colleges.
The COIL Project exhibits, and the international virtual exchange research studies will make globalization’s complexities more straightforward and accessible knowledge, improving the quality and deployment of education in the Philippines with a vision of having long-reaching effects.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Higher Educational Institutions in the Philippines and the world,
VE COIL enthusiasts and interested faculty members of HEIs
COIL engaged International Relations Officers or VP Academics of HEIs
International and local COIL Project showcase presenters:
The Internationalization and Linkages Office of San Pedro College, with the following collaborators and partners, spearheads this project:
Commission on Higher Education – International Affairs Staff
CHED Innovation Laboratory on Global Project
State University of New York (Windle) (Keynote/Short Message)
University of Hawaii, Hilo, USA
ImmerseU Class2Class
Durban University, South Africa
Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico
Central Michigan University
St. Mary of the Woods College
Florida International University
National and Local HEIs in the Philippines

Religious Studies and Climate Justice
2024-03-07 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
Link to join:
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/88136798892?pwd=[REDACTED] password: sdg
Students who study religion at JMU are well-informed about the ways in which religious communities and climate justice are intertwined. Religious studies students come to understand that religion and climate justice are not just compatible with each other, but that climate justice cannot be achieved without the mobilization and inclusion of religious communities. How do students develop this knowledge into skills for sustainability development? Why is it important to expand this knowledge into other academic disciplines?
Presenters:
Abigeal Cronan, Student and Sustainability Intern, James Madison University Dining
Meredith King, Sustainability Coordinator, James Madison University Dining

Semaine des ODD | Projection du documentaire Inuk en colère et discussion
2024-03-07 11:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
https://inrs.ca/linrs/salle-de-nouvelles/evenements/semaine-des-odd-projection-du-documentaire-inuk-en-colere-et-discussion/
Dans le cadre de la Semaine canadienne des ODD (Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU) et pour souligner la Journée internationale des droits des femmes, l’INRS offrira à sa communauté la projection du documentaire « Inuk en colère » d’Alethea Arnaquq-Baril, le 7 et 8 mars 2024.
Ce film explore la tradition ancestrale de la chasse au phoque chez les Inuit, un aspect crucial de leur mode de vie souvent sujet à controverse. Cependant, une nouvelle génération d’Inuit, animée par un sens de la justice et un humour particulier, utilise les réseaux sociaux pour défier les critiques de cette pratique et engager le dialogue sur son importance. La réalisatrice Alethea Arnaquq-Baril, originaire d’Iqaluit, se joint à ces militants inuits pour remettre en question les stéréotypes anciens et présenter leur peuple comme moderne et engagé pour une économie durable. Les ODD reconnaissent d’ailleurs qu’en tant que gardiens de la Terre, les peuples autochtones incarnent les principes du développement durable dans leur existence même. Finalement, dans la société inuit, les femmes jouent un rôle crucial dans la chasse aux phoques et dans la vie communautaire en général et elles sont souvent des gardiennes de la culture et des traditions, jouant un rôle essentiel dans la préservation et la transmission du savoir et des pratiques ancestrales.
Organizer: Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS)

Enhancing Education Quality Through Volunteering Programs
2024-03-08 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual, Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA
The event ‘Building Educational Bridges: Global Collaboration for Quality Education in Aceh showcases the collaborative efforts between UIN Ar-Raniry and the International Teachers Association (ITA) in addressing educational challenges in Aceh. Focusing on the international volunteer teacher program, the event will explore innovative strategies and solutions through interactive discussions, case presentations, and workshops. It presents a golden opportunity for educators, stakeholders, and individuals interested in global education to contribute and learn how international cooperation can strengthen local educational communities.
Presenters:
1. Iskandar Ibrahim/Lecture/Syiah Kuala University
2. M. Dirhamsyah/Dean of Science and Teachnogy Faculty/UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh
3. Zulkifli/Lecture/UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh
4. M. Syamsu Rizal/Lecture/UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh
5. Daniel Ostermiller II/President of ITA/International Teacher Association (ITA)

Link to join at meeting time: https://ar-raniry-ac-id.zoom.us/j/9316245893?pwd=[REDACTED]
