Sustainable Development Working Group
The Sustainable Development Working Group (SDWG) is dedicated to promoting awareness and collaborative efforts in pursuit of social, economic, and environmental sustainability, specifically focusing on transforming related conflicts. The SDWG provides students with a professional platform for in-depth discussions on Sustainable Development (SD) and encourages involvement in conferences to connect with experts. Members actively build interdisciplinary networks across NSU to apply their knowledge of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to both academic and professional pursuits.
Goals
- Raise awareness about the importance of social, economic, and environmental sustainability, emphasizing conflict transformation in development contexts.
- Facilitate collaborative initiatives among students and experts in sustainable development through conferences and forums.
- Enable students to engage with sustainability experts, applying their knowledge to enhance academic and professional growth.
- Actively build networks with NSU student organizations dedicated to SDGs, fostering interdisciplinary cooperation and shared sustainability goals.
- Through our Sustainable Development Seminar Series (DWSS), increase awareness regarding the significance of conflict transformation approaches to effectively engage, work and achieve successful results in development efforts, promoting peace and sustainability.
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Why Join?
We cannot afford to disregard the pressing issues surrounding us. The media constantly underscores our vulnerability amidst challenges like climate change, global health crises, social inequities, and biodiversity loss. Sustainable Development represents a lifelong learning journey and an indispensable component of your professional pursuits.