Internal Quality Assurance Cell and Department of Corporate Secretaryship in association and Organising Workshop on “Relevance of SDGs to HEI” on 02.12.2024

Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and the Department of Corporate Secretaryship of S.A. College of Arts and Science, in alias with TeachSub Techno Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Australia, organized a workshop titled “Relevance of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to Higher Education Institutions (HEI)” at the SACAS Auditorium. The workshop aimed to highlight the importance of integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into higher education frameworks to address global challenges and foster sustainability by 2030.

The session featured two distinguished speakers. Mr. Henry Maris, CEO of MapSDG, shared insights on aligning institutional strategies with SDG principles. Dr. Mary Angeline, Principal of Nazareth College and NAAC Assessor, emphasized the role of higher education in promoting sustainability, focusing on curriculum development, research innovation, and administrative practices linked to SDGs.

The workshop highlighted institutional initiatives, particularly Goal 3 (Community Health and Well-being) and its sub-goals (3.2.1 and 3.2.2). Practical examples were shared on how higher education institutions can use tools like AI for SDG mapping and implement measurable impact metrics to enhance sustainable practices.

The discussions provided actionable frameworks for institutions to integrate SDGs into their operations, driving innovation and contributing to global sustainability goals. The workshop underscored the need for educational institutions to play a leading role in addressing pressing environmental, social, and economic challenges.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks, acknowledging the contributions of the speakers and organizers. The session reinforced the importance of SDGs in higher education, inspiring institutions to actively align their strategies with global sustainability efforts.