The Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Advisory Committee or Unit within a university typically serves as a central hub to coordinate and promote the institution's efforts towards achieving the United Nations' 17 SDGs. The core functions of such a committee or unit may include:
1. Policy Guidance and Strategy Development:
- Advise the university administration on SDG-related policies and strategies.
- Develop and implement a university-wide SDG strategy aligned with national and international agendas.
2. Awareness and Education:
- Organize workshops, seminars, and events to raise awareness about the SDGs among students, faculty, and staff.
- Integrate SDGs into curricula, research, and teaching.
3. Research and Innovation:
- Facilitate interdisciplinary research collaborations to address SDG-related challenges.
- Identify funding opportunities and support researchers in securing grants for SDG-focused projects.
4. Community Engagement and Partnerships:
- Foster partnerships with local communities, government agencies, NGOs, and private sector organizations to advance SDG goals.
- Develop and implement community-based projects and initiatives.
5. Monitoring and Reporting:
- Track and report on the university's progress towards achieving the SDGs.
- Develop and maintain a database of SDG-related activities, research, and outcomes.
6. Resource Mobilization:
- Identify and secure funding opportunities to support SDG-related initiatives.
- Manage budgets and resources allocated for SDG activities.
7. Capacity Building and Training:
- Provide training and capacity-building programs for students, faculty, and staff on SDG-related topics.
- Support staff and faculty professional development in SDG-related areas.
8. Collaboration and Networking:
- Facilitate collaboration between departments, faculties, and research centers to advance SDG goals.
- Engage with national and international networks to share best practices and leverage expertise.
9. Communication and Outreach:
- Develop communication strategies to promote the university's SDG efforts.
- Engage with media, stakeholders, and the broader community to raise awareness about the university's SDG commitments.
10. Evaluation and Impact Assessment:
- Conduct regular evaluations of SDG-related initiatives and programs.
- Assess the impact of university efforts on achieving the SDGs.
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Membership of the Committee
NAMES POSITION
Prof. Abena Obiri-Yeboah Pro-Vice Chancellor
Mr. Michael Kumi Head, Quality Assurance Unit
Prof. Julius Ahiekpor Head Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CREK)
Dr. Kwabena Osei Kuffour Adjei The University Librarian
Prof. Kofi Agyarko Ababio Director, Institute of Distance Learning and Continuing Education
