The University is involved in the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) consortium through the Master in Sustainability Development and Management (MASUDEM) programme. This consortium aims to increase the capacity of the Master of Management Programme especially in responding to sustainability and green economy issues. The MASUDEM Consortium members are University of Economics Bratislava, Universidad Pablo de Olavide (UPO) Spanyol, Mendel University Brno, Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) Hungaria, The International College of NIDA Thailand, Naresuan University Thailand, Srinakharinwirot University Thailand, Universitas Gadjah Mada Indonesia, Universitas Islam Indonesia dan Universitas Trisakti. The results of the collaboration with MASUDEM are not only for the benefit of UGM but for mutual benefit and contribution on a scale. The MASUDEM Consortium advances SDG best practices by integrating sustainability into education, industry, and international collaboration:
- SDG 4 (Quality Education): Developed curricula that incorporate sustainability principles, equipping students with practical skills to address global challenges.
- SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure): Promoted sustainable industrial innovation through environmentally conscious practices.
- SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production): Focused on using organic materials, eco-friendly dyes, and efficient waste management in industry visits.
- SDG 13 (Climate Action): Advocated for reducing environmental impact and promoting climate-conscious actions.
- SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals): Fostered global collaboration among universities in Europe and Southeast Asia, benefiting all partners through shared knowledge and practices.
The ACIAR HORT 2019/164 project, a collaboration between UGM, Australia, China, and Indonesia, exemplifies SDG best practices through its efforts to address Huanglongbing (Citrus greening disease), a severe threat to citrus plantations globally. This activity was conducted through capacity building on Huanglongbing. This initiative contributes to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by promoting agricultural resilience and safeguarding citrus production, which supports nutrition and economic well-being. The project integrates research, knowledge sharing, and sustainable disease management practices, ensuring the long-term health of citrus industries. This cross-country collaboration highlights the importance of partnerships and innovative approaches to tackle global agricultural challenges.
The International Symposium on Wildlife Biodiversity Conservation, in which UGM participated, showcases several SDG best practices, particularly aligning with SDG 15: Life on Land and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. The output of scientific publications and policy briefs. These publications come from speakers and participants who send research manuscripts to the committee. The publications offered include a collection of abstracts, Scopus-indexed proceedings, Sinta-indexed national journals, and special editions of indexed international journals. The expected number of publications can fulfil one special issue from one of the Scopus-indexed journals. The resulting policy brief can serve as input for the government and policymakers regarding conservation strategies, especially for wildlife. This symposium represents a model for integrating research, knowledge sharing, and policy advocacy to achieve SDGs related to biodiversity conservation.
The Workshop of Systematic Review Following Cochrane Method 2023, hosted by UGM’s Center for Evidence-Based Medicine (CEBM), demonstrates best practices aligned with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). The workshop advanced healthcare quality by training participants in Cochrane-standard systematic review methods, promoting evidence-based clinical decision-making. It strengthened research capacity and fostered collaboration among healthcare professionals, academics, and researchers. Additionally, the event supported continuous professional development and ensured alignment with global health research standards, enabling local contributions to international medical knowledge. These initiatives exemplify UGM’s commitment to enhancing healthcare and fostering partnerships through education and research.
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