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UNESCO in action for gender equality: 2022-2023 Report
During the UNESCO General Conference, UNESCO launched a new report on gender equality. IAU was pleased to attend the launch event on 7 November 2023. Read more
Launch Announcement : IAU-SOS Responsible Futures International Pilot
The IAU is pleased to announce its partnership with Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS-UK), for the international adaptation of the Responsible Futures programme, that SOS-UK already has been conducting with further and higher education inst Read more
IAU Partners with UWN on the SDGs Hub
The IAU and University World News have partnered to support the work of universities by providing them with adequate and constructive visibility though the UWN’s SDGs Hub. Read more
IAU HESD Activity Report 2022-23 available now
Discover the recent actions from the network in the annual Cluster activity report! Read more
New Challenges for Higher Education, Cities and Regions: Addressing SDGs in Changing Contexts - Conference Announcement
Under the general theme of the conference, New Challenges for Higher Education, Cities and Regions: Addressing SDGs in Changing Contexts, key issues address both the larger international dimension of the mission of universities and colleges with the Read more
2023 SDG Summit
"The SDG Summit in September must be a moment of unity to provide a renewed impetus and accelerated actions for reaching the SGDs": António Guterres, UN Secretary General Read more
The Cost of Net Zero in Education- Report and Calculator
The new Cost of Net Zero Calculator tool, together with the report ‘The Cost of Net Zero’ have been launched. Read more
Recording available - Webinar on Community and partnership-based approaches to capacity building in the water sector
The world is not on track to achieve SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, with significant challenges remaining in almost every country on earth. Read more
HLPF Session 9: "SDG 11: Progress, challenges, lessons learned and tools for sustainable transformation of cities"
Urbanisation is undoubtedly one of the major global trends of this century. How we govern, plan, and design our cities and urban communities impacts the realisation of human rights for all and how the growing urban inequalities are addressed. Read more
UN 2023 SDG Summit
Securing A Sustainable Future Read more
ANGEL Conference 2023
Conceived as a major, internationally focused gathering, the ANGEL Conference 2023 aims to bring together interested parties from all backgrounds for two exciting days of sessions showcasing and discussing research, projects, and new developments c Read more
RCE Sustainable Consumption and Production Publication
A new publication from the United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS), "Driving Sustainable Consumption and Production at the Local Level: Education for Sustainable Development Projects from the Global Read more
Arctic Congress Bodø 2024
Join us at Arctic Congress Bodø 2024 for a unique event that combines the International Congress of Arctic Social Sciences (ICASS) XI, UArctic Congress 2024, and High North Dialogue 2024. Read more
ESD Okayama Award 2023 - Open for applications!!!
Okayama City and the ESD Okayama Award Steering Board are calling for initiatives that contribute to the spread of ESD in local communities in Japan and abroad and serve as models for the world. Read more
ESD-Net 2030 Learning Webinar on ESD Pedagogies
The third edition of the ESD-Net learning webinar which will take place on Wednesday, 31st of May 2023, 13:00-15:00 CET. This will be the occasion to take part in distinct workshops that will highlight innovative practices and key competencies in ESD Read more
University of Manouba Networking Day: Heading to SDGs Achievement - The 4th Edition
The University of Manouba is organizing the fourth edition of the "Manouba Networking Day" event on May 10 and 11, 2023 under the theme: "Manouba Networking Day: Heading to SDGs Achievement". Read more
2023 HESI Global Forum
Don't miss the 2023 HESI Global Forum which will take place on Monday, 17 July 2023! Registration is now open both in person and virtually! Read more
Announcement of the 2023 International Green Gown Awards Winners
Get to know the winners of the award ceremony on 17 July at the UN HLPF! Read more
Launch of Net Zero on Campus: A guide and accompanying toolkit for universities and colleges to accelerate climate action worldwide
The Sustainable Development Solutions Network, the Climateworks Centre, and Monash University have come together to leverage their expertise and networks of academic institutions around the world to develop a guide to net zero campuses and this accom Read more
The #ARC9 Report on “Asia-Europe Higher Education Mapping: Working Towards the SDGs" and the recording of the launch are now available online!
The 9th edition of ARC (ARC9) explores and maps both higher education policies and higher education institution practices across Asia and Europe that contribute to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Read more
AUF International Consortium for Gender Equality
Two years of collaborative work in favor of Gender Equality at the University: experience the workshop of the International Consortium initiated by the AUF Read more
Students reinventing cities Competition
After the success of the past edition, C40 has launched a new round of Students Reinventing Cities in 12 cities globally. Read more
2023 Global University Climate Forum
Students can apply until 30 March 2023 to be part of this year's Global University Climate Forum and actively learn and contribute to the discourse around COP28 Read more
A Guide to Help Organize Responsible and Sustainable Events
The Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique - National Institute for Scientific Research (INRS), has introduced a new guide for community members who wish to organize events that are inclusive, accessible, zero waste, and low carbon. Read more
TASK™ – The Assessment of Sustainability Knowledge – has officially launched!
Sulitest launches TASK™️ - The Assessment of Sustainability Knowledge - with the ambition to transform education by making sustainability the universal language. Read more
Higher Education at UN Water Conference 2023
Higher Education and Research are crucial for SDG 6 and all SDGs Read more
Nominations open for 2023 UNESCO-Japan ESD Prize
Do you know of an innovative and established project for ESD? Consider suggesting it for nomination for the UNESCO-Japan ESD Prize! Read more
ESD-Net 2030 Learning Webinar on ESD Pedagogies - Recordings Available!
To promote knowledge sharing, collaboration, and mutual learning ESD-Net 2030 is organizing a series of learning webinars in March, May and September 2023 on ESD pedagogy to highlight and promote innovative practices in ESD. Read more
Watch the EWORA & IAU webinar on Higher Education, Gender and Equity
A day before International Women's day 2023, IAU and EWORA have partnered for a discussion on higher education's role for SDG 5 and equity Read more
MECCE - Funded Case Studies: Call for Proposals
Could your university or project be a case study of a climate change communication and education initiative? Learn more and apply- deadline extended to 26 February Read more
Accelerating Action for the SDGs - Read the Report of the 3rd IAU Global Survey on HESD now
IAU and partners launched the Report with data from 464 HEIs in a webinar on 31 January Read more
Students Reinventing Cities - Webinar
Learn about the new round of Students Reinventing Cities and join the global competition for more sustainable cities shaped by students! Launch webinar on 13 December Read more
Join World Climate Day 8 December 2022
IAU joins World Climate Day on 8th December at 14h CET, organised by the Green office at the University of Liège (Belgium), in partnership with AUF Read more
Register now- HER conference Glasgow June 2023
HER2023 invites the research and teaching community to answer this question in analysing the place and work of Higher Education in and beyond the SDGs period to 2030 Read more
MECCE Interactive Data Platform
Just on time for COP27, the MECCE project launched a data platform to explore climate communication and education (CCE) and ACE actions from different countries Read more
COP27 - Climate Action and Education
Education will play an important role at the 2022 COP in Egypt Read more
IAU at the HEInnovate – Embedding SDGs in HE practices
IAU was invited to speak at a webinar on how innovation can foster practices for the SDGs - article and recording available now Read more
Youth Consultation Report: What do youth say about higher education in the future?
An in-depth consultation with more than 100 young people from 43 countries defined the challenges, improvements, and opportunities for higher education in 2050 in a new report by UNESCO (2022) Read more
Travelling differently for a sustainable internationalisation
On 21st of October the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) will host the in-person conference presenting the outcomes of the Erasmus Goes Green project Read more
Transforming Education Youth Declaration 2022 & TES follow up
Read the Youth Declaration launched on 19 September for the UN Transforming Education Summit in NYC and explore the Transforming Education Hub Read more
IAU General Conference 2022 - UCD Dublin
Register now and join the discussion on Relevance and Value of Universities to Future Society Read more
International Green Gown Awards 2022 - winners announced
Find out about the winning institutions and projects that made an impact for Sustainability in higher education! Read more
Call for Universities to get involved in the Unesco Mondiacult Conference
Find out how Higher Education is represented at MONDIACULT, UNESCO 2022 - Mexico City on September 26-27, 2022, and get involved Read more
Calling Students to take part in Unesco Transforming Education Survey
Contribute to the discussion and make your voice heard for transforming education for a sustainable future! Share and support students if you are a teacher. Read more
31st EURASHE Annual Conference: Next Generation PHE
Read more about student contributions at the EURASHE Annual Conference Read more
The New IAU Global Cluster Report is published
Activity of 2021-2022 Read more
Higher Education’s Role in securing a sustainable future: we need to act & transform now - Insights from the discussion at the Unesco WHEC22
Reinventing Higher Education in 2022 for the future Read more
Webinar: Exploring the nexus between health, equity, and gender
Organised by IAU and UOC (Open University of Catalonia) - Watch the recording now! Read more
Join the Solutions Summit on Green Jobs
Solutions Summit for HigherEd, Employers, Students Read more
The IAU Global Cluster on Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development (HESD)
Outputs of the 2022 Meeting: The IAU HESD statement and the Strategy and Working Plan 2022-2024 Read more
Annoncement of the 2022 International Green Gown Awards Finalists
Meet the 2022 finalists ! Read more
UN Ocean Conference 2022
From 27th of June 27 to 1st of July, governments, academia and other stakeholders will get together for the UN Ocean Conference. IAU and UiB will advocate for Higher Education and SDG 14 Read more
UN Transforming Education Summit
September 2022 Read more
RCE Biodiversity Publication & Video
UNU-IAS and the RCE Network have launched a new publication on Engaging Communities for Biodiversity Conservation Read more
SOTG 2022 - Call for Participation of Youth Engagement Program
Sustainable on the Go Youth Engagement Program - deadline for applications extended to 3 June Read more
IAU HESD Survey 2022 – Accelerating Action for the SDGs
[survey closed] Read more
HESI+10 Global Forum
Role of higher education in building back better from COVID-19 and advancing the 2030 Agenda Read more
2022 OECD Global Anti-Corruption & Integrity Forum
“Reclaiming our future through education on ethics and integrity” on 1st April , 11.30-1pm CEST . Read more
Opportunity for students to advocate for climate education in higher education
The workshop is part of the Youth and Education project, a collaboration of UNESCO, UNEP, Students Organizing for Sustainability (SOS) International, and USPESD. Read more
The challenge of sustainable mobility: the launch of the Green Erasmus survey report
A report from a study to compare over 10.000 students’ consumer behaviour, travel behaviour, and daily life habits while at home and during their mobility was just published Read more
IAU - UNEP-YEA! Connecting Higher Education and the Green Economy Community: Workforce Development for the Clean Energy Transition and Climate Solutions
Recording available! Sign up for follow up activities Read more
HIGHER EDUCATION AND SDG 14: Integrating Ocean Research for the Global Goals
Discover the publication with papers on SDG14 collected by the University of Bergen and IAU! Read more
UNITWIN Network on ESD and Social Transformation (UNiESD&ST) launched
The newly launched network will foster sustainability learning with teacher education and capacity building Read more
IAU Horizons on Leadership for a Sustainable Future
Discover the magazine with 34 diverse and innovative contributions in the 'In Focus' section on sustainability from IAU Members and Partners! Read more
Publication launched! Higher Education Engages with SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Discover the publication launched during the webinar on 23 November! Read more
MECCE and UNESCO GEM Country Profiles
20 profiles on country approaches to climate communication and education (CCE) have been already released, more will follow soon. Read more
Unesco Report: How countries are integrating climate change issues in education
Only half of the national curricula in the world have a reference to climate change, UNESCO warns Read more
Launch of UWI's First Global Climate-Smart Institute
The new Institute was introduced during a virtual launch on Thursday, October 7. Read more
Join the Race to Zero ahead of COP26
Universities & Colleges of the world: sign up to the Race to Zero,a global initiative for a Zero Carbon World Read more
Joint paper - IAU HESD Cluster on SDG 4
The paper "A whole-institution approach towards sustainability: a crucial aspect of higher education’s individual and collective engagement with the SDGs and beyond" with contributions from the IAU HESD Cluster has just been published. Read more
The Promise of Higher Education: Essays in Honour of 70 Years of IAU
Download your free copy of this unique publication and join the discussion at the launch events! Read more
EUA survey report on Greening in European higher education institutions
The European University Association just released the data from their 2021 survey Read more
[recording available] IAU HESD at the 9th World Sustainability Forum 2021
IAU organised a virtual session on HigherEd and SDGs on 13 September Read more
IAU and OSB at SANORD Conference 2021
7-10 September 2021 - IAU and OSB session on 9 September Read more
Universities calling for more innovation, transformation and collaboration for SDG 12 and Agenda 2030: A discussion with the IAU HESD Cluster
During the UN High-Level Political Forum 2021, the International Association of Universities (IAU) organized a virtual event with the SDG 12 Cluster network on: “Transformative Innovation and Collaboration for SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Prod Read more
UNEP launches a Sustainable University Framework
The United Nations Environment Programme launched a new initiative on July 8 to define what it is to be a Sustainable University and encourage more Universities to become one. Read more
The International Green Gown Awards 2021 Winners are announced !
The winners of the 2021 International Green Gown Awards were announced virtually during the UN HLPF on 7th July 2021. Read more
Launch of a UNITAR University Network for Sustainable Development
The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) launched a platform for Universities around the world with a focus on the SDGs. Read more
Publication of a UNEP report on "Measuring Progress: Environment and the SDGs"
The United Nations Environment Program report was launched virutally on may 22, 2021. Read more
[recording available] Webinar 13 July: Transformative Innovation and Collaboration for SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production at Universities
The webinar was organized with the IAU HESD Cluster on SDG 12 and connects to the UN HLPF 2021 Read more
Generation Equality Forum 2021 taking place in Paris
Accelerating Progress for Gender Equality by 2030 Read more
HLPF 2021 SDGs Learning, Training and Practice Workshops
All recordings, including session 9 co-organized by IAU, are online. Read more
The 2021 Gothenburg International Research Conference on Sustainable Development Goal 8
26-27 August 2021 - topics related to SDG8 such as sustainable & inclusive economic growth, employment & decent work for all, and more were discussed Read more
IAU at the UN High-Level Political Forum 2021!
The High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) is the yearly conference of the United Nations where governments, UN Agencies and civil society come together to discuss the achievements that have been made towards Agenda 2030. Read more
Establishment of Canada’s first Centre International de Formation des Acteurs Locaux (CIFAL)
FIRST CANADIAN CIFAL TRAINING CENTRE OPENING AT YORK UNIVERSITY Read more
UNODC’s E4J initiative receives Secretary-General 2020 Innovation Award
IAU is pleased to congratulate our partners at UNODC-E4J on this recognition Read more
Compete in the End Poverty Innovation Challenge to create the best social venture
EPIC, the End Poverty Innovation Challenge Read more
Higher Education at COP26
Higher Education at COP26 : 1 – 12 November 2021. Read more
UNEP launches a Transformative Partnership Platform (TPP) on agroecology
Launch of the Transformative Partnership Platform (TPP) to transform our approach to food. Read more
1st EuroScience Policy Forum : OPENING NEW PATHWAYS TO KNOWLEDGE AND THE FUTURE
The 1st EuroScience Policy Forum, with its four partners EuroScience, The Stockholm Trio University Alliance, The Wellcome Trust and the University of Vienna together with the Vienna Science and Technology Fund (WWTF) will discuss the changes in soci Read more
UNEP - Global Guidance Document on Education on Green Jobs: Connecting Higher Education and Green Opportunities for Planetary Health
Green Jobs for Youth - register for the upcoming webinar and discover the publication Read more
Thinking higher and beyond: perspectives on the futures of higher education to 2050
New UNESCO IESALC report. Read more
Launch of the MECCE Project’s Regional Hub Network
Regional Hub membership is open to anyone with an interest in climate change communication and education. Read more
Launch of UN's Ocean Decade and World Ocean Day
The ocean we need for the future we want ! Read more
EUA webinar series: Greening in European higher education institutions
The three-part event will take place between 31 May and 4 June 2021. Read more
Berlin Declaration on Education for Sustainable Development adopted at UNESCO ESD Conference (17-19 May 2021)
IAU applauds to the adoption and the strong call for engagement for ESD at all education levels, including Higher Education Read more
UNICA-IAU Webinar: Higher Education leadership practices and leaders for a sustainable future
Watch the recording now! Read more
UNESCO urges making environmental education a core curriculum component in all countries by 2025
New report published by UNESCO shortly before the World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development (17-19 May) Read more
[Recording available] IAU session at the UNESCO - World Conference: Putting ESD into action - in Higher Education
The session co-organized by IAU addressed Higher Education's role for ESD Read more
Transform 21 - a global science portal
The International Science Council just launched its new platform for sharing the latest content from their network of scientists and change-makers Read more
Call for Case Studies - Pathfinder Initiative
The Pathfinder Initiative, led by researchers based at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), aims to assess and synthesise lessons from the implementation of practical, evidence-based pathways to zero-carbon societies. Read more
Call for nominations: Equator Prize 2021
The Equator Initiative is a UNDP-led partnership that brings together the UN, governments, civil society, businesses and grassroots organizations to advance local sustainable development solutions for people, nature and resilient communities. Read more
Climate Action & Quality Education Research Featured in new UNU Publication and Video
Higher Education is a driving force leading 53% of RCE projects for Climate Action! UNU-IAS just published a video on the RCE network and inspiring examples of projects for SDGs & quality education during the GAP programme (2015-19)! Read more
(Recording available) IAU Webinar: Acting and Educating for Sustainable Development at Universities
Watch the discussion with experts from Tuesday, May 4, 2021 Read more
Earth Day 2021
As the world returns to normal, we can't go back to business as usual. Time for Higher Education to also take action for the planet. Read more
Advancing SDGs/SDG1: No poverty at the University of Ghana
The University of Ghana, Lead for SDG 1 in the IAU HESD Cluster, is active in various projects for the SDGs Read more
Joint Statement of Global University Leaders on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
On the occasion of the Virtual Forum on the Role of Universities in the 2030 Agenda held March 24, 2021, with IAU as co-organizers, no less than 58 university leaders from across different continents reaffirmed their commitment to the 2030 Agenda and Read more
Discover the 'For Good' platform by the National Union of Students
The For Good platform gives students the opportunity to be involved in meaningful, exciting and important work for sustainability and social responsibility. Read more
Article IAU&UAN: Thinking globally and acting locally: Implementing the SDGs in higher education institutions and their associations. A collaborative experience
Together with Antonio Nariño University, SDG2 Lead from the IAU Cluster, IAU contributed recently to the UNESCO- IESALC Journal "ESS" Read more
Innovation Day 2021 : The Responsible University
The Innovation Research Network (RRI) organize Innovation Day 2021 on the theme of "the Responsible University" in partnership with the Francophone University Association (AUF). Read more
Zhejiang University Forum on the Role of Universities in the 2030 Agenda
The Conference and Workshop took place on 24 March 2021. Watch the recording if you missed it! Read more
International Women's Day 2021: IAU launches new Publication on SDG 5 Gender Equality
8 March 2021: The free online publication prepared with the University of Bologna collected University actions towards SDG 5 Read more
International Women’s Day 2021 – “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world”
International Women’s Day takes place on 8 March 2021 (IWD 2021) under the theme “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world.” declared by UN Women Read more
ALMAGOALS - Projects and Research with Impact at the University of Bologna
Various collaborative research projects at the University of Bologna and ALMAGOALS address sustainability issues and SDGs Read more
UiB joins Global Coalition to protect biodiversity
The university of Bergen becomes the first university worldwide to be part of the European Commission’s Global Coalition United for Biodiversity. Read more
Higher Education and IAU at the UNESCO World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development
17 to 19 May 2021- IAU and UNESCO organized a session on the role of Higher Education for the SDGs Read more
SOS-UK : Global Goals Teach In 2021 has started
The Teach In calls upon educators across all stages of education to pledge to include the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within their teaching, learning, and assessment on their course(s) / in their classrooms during the two weeks of the 22nd F Read more
[closed] CALL FOR PAPERS: IAU – E4J Grants Programme for Young Researchers
IAU and UNODC are launching a joint call for papers for young researchers working on issues related to SDG 16: peace, justice and strong institutions Read more
SOS report on 2020 Survey: Students, sustainability and education just released
Survey results from SOS international's initiative reveal a strong sense of concern regarding themes around sustainable development and climate change amongst students. Read more
World Bank and UNEP Webinar: Connecting Sustainable Energy Businesses with Education - Getting the Workforce You Need
This event is a webinar on Connecting Sustainable Energy with Education organized by UNEP and the World Bank. Read more
UNIFI Theses on sustainable development and responsibility
A document recently published by Universities Finland to guide actions on sustainability at higher education institutions Read more
International Transdisciplinarity Conference 2021 - Creating Spaces and Cultivating Mindsets for Learning and Experimentation
The virtual event will take place from 13–17 September 2021 - A Call for contributions is open Read more
MOOC on Transdisciplinarity
Partnering for Change: Link Research to Societal Challenge is an online course developed by the Swiss Academy of Arts and Sciences and other partners Read more
Social Impact and IAU HESD Cluster Members
IAU HESD Cluster leads Siam University, Thailand, and Beirut Arab University, Lebanon, recently presented their work with the SDGs and social impact during an online event Read more
IIASA & ISC Reports on post-covid recovery and sustainability
The 4 thematic reports address Transformations within reach: Pathways to a sustainable and resilient world Read more
Webinar Series: Celebrating Social Justice Research in Education
The University of Glasgow's School of Education is organizing a free webinar series beginning in January 2021 Read more
IAU and Members at the UNODC E4J dialogue series
From 2-4 December 2020, IAU and Members took an active part in the UNODC E4J dialogue series. Recordings of sessions are now available. Read more
Joint MCO and IAU webinar on Sustainability - Recording available
On Dec. 15 2020, the Magna Charta Observatory and International Association co-organized a webinar on "Fostering sustainable development: the Role of higher education - plans, progress and values" Read more
CICan’s SDG Toolkit
Publications and information for working with the SDGs Read more
IAU and UNODC E4J Dialogue Series 1-4 December 2020
IAU and Cluster Members are co-organizing a session on SDG16 and Higher Education Read more
UNESCO Regional Launch Events ESD for 2030
ESD for 2030 Roadmap launches with series of regional events find out more below Read more
Sustainable on the Go Conference - York University
Read the Conference Declaration and watch the recordings of this event Read more
ESD action week and student engagement at the University of Vechta
The University of Vechta, IAU Member and part of the IAU HESD Cluster, engages students and staff in various activities for sustainability, on campus and beyond. Read more
IAU is a partner in the MECCE project
The Monitoring and Evaluation of Climate Change Education (MECCE) Project was launched with the first virtual meeting of the project partners in September 2020. Read more
Ocean Sustainability Bergen Conference 2020: Treasures from the Sea
Virtual event on November 11 2020, 13.00–16.00 CET, organized by the IAU Cluster Lead for SDG 14. Read more
New SDSN Publication on SDGs at Universities
"ACCELERATING EDUCATION FOR THE SDGS IN UNIVERSITIES: A GUIDE FOR UNIVERSITIES, COLLEGES, AND TERTIARY AND HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS" and "Speaking Truth to Power about the SDGs" are recent publications by UN SDSN Read more
Recording and Summary available: Webinar on SDG 3 Health - UOC and IAU Cluster
The Open University of Catalonia and the International Associaton of Universities co-organized a webinar on Tuesday, 27th October, 14.30-16.00 CST (Paris/Barcelona) on "Higher education under examination: are we ready to train the future healthc Read more
Deadline extended: Call for contributions - Higher Education engages with SDG 14: Life below water
The International Association of Universities (IAU) and the University of Bergen (UiB) will jointly produce a publication on SDG 14, life below water, to show how universities engage in science and higher education. Read more
IAU Webinar Series on the Future of Higher Education
This fall, IAU is organizing a weekly webinar series, with international experts as guests and topics on Sustainable Development, Internationalization, Leadership, Technology and challenges for universities in times of COVID19. Read more
IAU HESD Cluster and UN Global Goals Week 18-26 September 2020
Join the Global Goals week 18-26 September - share your initiatives for the SDGs with the IAU network! Read more
ProSPER.Net Webinar on Sustainability in Higher Education
The webinar will take place on Friday, 16 October, 2020, 3-5 p.m. JST (8-10a.m. CEST). IAU Secretary General, Dr. Hilligje van't Land, will be among the speakers discussing the engagement of higher education with sustainability. Read more
Podcast IAU-UNODC The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and higher education
IAU is pleased to be represented by IAU Secretary General, Dr Hilligje van't Land, in the first episode of a podcast series by UNODC on the SDGs and academia. Read more
UNESCO World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development - Pre-conference workshops
UNESCO launches online workshops on ESD and transformative learning, starting in September 2020 Read more
EAUC Virtual Global Climate Conference on 16-20 November 2020
The Global Climate Conference will be a virtual event held on 16-20 November 2020 and will gather 90 speakers from 15 countries, 46 workshops and 10 plenaries . Read more
University of Bergen introduces new initiatives for Ocean and SDG Research and Teaching
The University of Bergen, Norway, announced two major initiatives related to the institution’s commitment to the SDGs. Read more
IAU SDG 12 Cluster and IAU President join virtual Conference hosted by Moi University
From the 12th to 14th of August, 2020, the Virtual International Conference on Phytochemistry, Textile & Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development, hosted by Moi University, Kenya, took place. Read more
United Nations launches online platform to promote science, technology and innovation for sustainable development.
2030 Connect aims to be a “one-stop-shop” for policy makers, practitioners, students, members of civil society and other stakeholders seeking to tap into the expertise and networks of the United Nations system and its partners. Read more
UNFCCC & UNESCO launching Action for Climate Empowerment dialogue
Education, Climate Action and Empowerment are discussed by actors from different governments, organisations, and other stakeholders. IAU joined the regional dialogue for Europe and Central Asia on 29 July 2020 Read more
Virtual Higher Education Summit 2020 (#HES2020) from 31 August to 2 September 2020
Last Days to register for HES2020 (deadline 31 July). Read more
A partnership for the higher education sector
During the UN High-level Political Forum (HLPF) 2020, the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), the Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF), and the International Association of Universities (IAU) have formalised their collaboration t Read more
AUF, ACU and IAU share virtual exhibiton for the HLPF 2020
This virtual exhibition is organized by the partner associations International Association of Universities (IAU), l’Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) & the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). Read more
2 IAU Cluster Lead universities include Sustainable Development in Strategic Plans 2020-2025
IAU HESD Cluster Leaders from Canada reaffirming their commitment to Sustainable Development in their Strategic Plans 2020-2025 Read more
SDG Academy Launches New Course: Measuring Sustainable Development
Enroll in the SDG Academy's new course, Measuring Sustainable Development, to learn how to use tools to measure the SDGs, including the SDG Index. Enrollment begins 1 July, and the course will begin on 15 July. Read more
Higher Education Summit 2020
Join the Virtual Higher Education Summit 2020 (#HES2020) from 31 August – 2 September 2020. Read more
2020 HLPF UN DESA/UNITAR SDGs Learning, Training and Practice Workshop
IAU/AUF/ACU, jointly with partners ICAE and the SDG Academy, will offer a virtual workshop titled: "Teaching, Learning and Integrating the SDGs at universities and beyond - Linking to the Decade of Action" at the High-Level-Political Forum Read more
University of Campinas awarded & University of Balamand finalist at the Campus Challenge 2030
More than 1,300 participants from 87 countries and 97 nationalities took part in the Open Innovation Challenge launched last October to develop solutions for more sustainable and inclusive campuses that put sustainable development goals into practice Read more
UN ocean science series just launched, in collaboration with the University of Bergen
In October 2018 the University of Bergen was given a lead role on SDG14, Life below water, by United Nations Academic Impact. Now the university has been asked to present a five-part series for inspiration on ocean research and education. Read more
Webinar “Reaching Sustainable Development Goals: universities and students looking for solutions" on Friday 5 June 2020
University PSL and the British Council are jointly launching a webinar entitled “Reaching Sustainable Development Goals: universities and students looking for solutions” on Friday 5 June 2020 Read more
UVED shares pedagogical resources and digital training pathways in open-access
Courses added in multiple languages - UVED (Virtual University of Environment and Sustainable Development, France) is offering many Educational Resources on SD freely available Read more
Webinar "Hunger Zero : A new Green Revolution" is held by Antonio Nariño University
Antonio Nariño University (IAU Cluster Lead for SDG 2, Colombia) is organizing a webinar entitled "Hunger Zero : A new Green Revolution" which will take place on Thursday 21st May, as part of its Webinar series on SDG2. Read more
Utrecht University is holding 2 Digital Symposiums "Pathways to the SDGs in a post-COVID world"
On Tuesday May 26th and Thursday 28th May, Utrecht University organizes two digital symposiums exploring sustainability on post-pandemic world. Read more
Latest Strategic Framework from University of Tehran is now available
The University of Tehran (Iran) has just presented its latest strategic framework for Involvement of Higher Education Institutions in SDG 6. Read more
SDG 14 - Cluster members launch Norway-Pacific Ocean-Climate Scholarship Programme (N-POC)
Two IAU Cluster members have just announced a new partnership for sustainable development : the Norway-Pacific Ocean-Climate Scholarship Programme (N-POC) Read more
IAU 2nd Global Survey Report on Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development: Executive Summaries now available in Spanish and French
The Executive Summary of IAU's 2nd Global Survey Report on Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development (HESD) is now available in Spanish and French versions. Read more
UNESCO SDG-Education 2030 Steering Committee
Last month, the UNESCO SDG-Education Steering Committee came together in an emergency virtual meeting on Thursday 2 April. The Committee urges Protection of Education, now and post-crisis. Read more
Free & Open online course "Achieving the SDGs: Global goals and national interests"
The University of Oslo shared a free and open online course on sustainable development goals, based on a module offered in January 2020. Read more
Take action for Earth Day 22 April
Around the world, today is #earthday Events and initiatives celebrate our planet and call for a more sustainable future Read more
IAU signs partnership agreement for the 8th World Sustainability Forum
[UPDATE 20.04.20: WSF 2020 will be a virtual meeting - conference postponed to 2021] IAU is happy to be partnering with the WSF 2020 Read more
GRIP just launched miniseries "COVID-19 and global dimensions of inequalities"
Will the pandemic lead to increased global inequality ? Read more
2020 RCE Applications deadline extended
Is your organisation interested in facilitating learning towards sustainable development in your local or regional community? The Global RCE Service Centre is accepting applications until 30/04/20 Read more
Find free online courses on the SDGs at the SDG Academy
'Free educational resources from the world’s leading experts on sustainable development' to widen your knowledge on SDGs Read more
IAU calls for more cooperation to push sustainable development agenda
In relation to the recent publication of its report on the Second Global Survey on Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development, the IAU commented on the importance of collaboration and within and between Higher Education Institutions fo Read more
WMO Statement on the State of the Global Climate 2019
A new report was released by the World Meterological Organization on the State of the Global Climate 2019 Read more
Examples of Best Practices for applying SDGs to Higher Education
Related to the SDG Accord and other intitiatives, EUAC (The Alliance for Sustainability and Leadership in Education) issued a document with examples of practice form universities and other partners ttiled "The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs Read more
International Green Gown Awards 2020
The International Green Gown Awards are supported by UN Environment and are open to any university or college across the world. The 2020 Awards cycle is now open and will close on 31 March 2020. Read more
IAU releases new global survey report on HESD
IAU is delighted to announce the release of its 2nd Global Survey Report on Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development conducted in June-July 2019. Read more
Resource Guide for Higher Education Institutions UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) + Media Content
The United Nations Media Office and IAU developed a brochure targeted at universities to help them get further engaged with the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs. Read more
IAU, ACU and AUF strengthen joint collaboration to advance higher education
The International Association of Universities (IAU), the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), and the Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) have agreed to strengthen joint collaboration to advance and promote the contribution of hi Read more
ACTIF - Action for responsible francophone Innovation
ACTIF is an international collaborative social innovation scheme of the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) and its regional offices. It was conducted with French-speaking universities and partners for the development of societies, Read more
MOOC Introduction to Sustainable Development in Business
The aim of this course offered by the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and Open University of Mauritius is to introduce you to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and discuss issues related to sustainable development in business. Read more
Dutch universities contribute actively to the Sustainable Development Goals
New SDG Dashboard to search for activities at academic institutions in the Netherlands in relation to the Sustainable Development Goals. Read more
Publication: Implementing the 2030 Agenda at Higher Education Institutions: Challenges and Responses
The publication focuses on the obstacles that HEIs encounter when implementing the SDGs and offers some clues as to what some higher education institutions do to overcome them. Read more
Higher Education for Sustainable Development Goals - Online Course
New free online course offered by Alma Mater Studiorum - Università di Bologna introducing the concept of Sustainable Development and the recent debate and policies promoted at the global level to face urgent environmental and societal challenges. Read more
UNESCO publishes document on the ethnical challenges of climate change
In this new document, the UNESCO approaches the ethnical and philosophical questions in relation to climate change and possibilities on how to tackle them. Read more
IAU Workshop at the UN High Level Political Forum (2019)
IAU organised a workshop during the HLPF at the United Nations in New York. The full video is now available online. Read more
IAU Publication SDG 13: Climate Action published
The International Association of Universities (IAU) has gathered 15 concrete examples of meaningful initatives towards climate action, undertaken by higher education institutions and organizations from all over the world, from Cyprus to Malaysia, fro Read more
Students demand more sustainable development in education and reduced climate impact
Student associations in the field of sustainability from Chalmers and the University of Gothenburg want to see more sustainable development in education and reduced climate impact. Read more
Follow-up Programme of the UNESCO Global Action Programme for Education for Sustainable Development adopted
The Programme and External Relations Commission of the 206th session of UNESCO's Executive Board has reviewed and adopted the proposed future plan for Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) for the period of 2020-2030 - "ESD for 2030&q Read more
From a Swedish "fika" to an interdisciplinary network
More groups, organisations or clubs are formed to achieve one primary goal – make this world a better and more sustainable place. This pattern has been clear at the University of Gothenburg and Chalmers University of Technology. Read more
CRUE adopts whole organisation approach to implement the SDGs in Spanish universities
Supporting the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development has become a key priority for the Conference of Spanish University Rectors (CRUE) – the most influential higher education association in Spain, composed of 76 universities. Read more
Letter from Peter Thomson To Leaders of Universities and other Higher Education Institutions around the World
The Former President of the United Nations General Assembly, H.E. Mr. Peter Thomson, reached out to the IAU to jointly call on leaders of all higher education institutions to embrace the SDGs and embed them in their institutional strategy. Read more
TROP ICSU: Climate Change Education across the Curriculum
IAU supports the TROP ICSU Project about mainstreaming Climate Change Education across the Curriculum Read more
Declaration on University Global Engagement
Declaration on University Engagement and the SDGs Read more
Earth Charta online course on Leadership, Sustainability, and Ethics
This training programme is offered twice a year, in an online format. Read more
POVERTY ERADICATION STRATEGIES (SDG1)
Blog Article by a. Professor Ebenezer Oduro Owusu Vice Chancellor, University of Ghana-Legon b. Professor George Oduro Nkansah Director, Institute of Applied Science and Technology Lecturer, Crop Science Department Read more
Student perceptions of sustainability in higher education - International survey
NUS just published its latest survey on student perceptions on sustainable development Read more
UNESCO consults Member States and Associate Members on future of Education for Sustainable Development
Which direction should governments and UNESCO take in promoting Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) after the end of the Global Action Programme of ESD in 2019? Read more
SDG Accord report launch
The SDG Accord currently has over 600 signatories, including 64 institutions representing 1.28 million students and nearly 100 global education sector networks representing 6000 institutions. Read more
UNESCO Bangkok Office: Sustainability Begins with Teachers
Presentations from the Integrating Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in Teacher Education in South-East Asia Project Review Workshop - 24-26 April 2018, Bangkok, Thailand - are now online. Read more
University of Tsukuba organizes a symposium on coral reef conservation with TARA
TARA EXPEDITIONS IS A FRENCH NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION ACTIVE SINCE 2003 IN FAVOR OF THE ENVIRONMENT. A LEGENDARY BOAT BUILT FOR EXTREME CONDITIONS, TARA IS THE PLATFORM FOR HIGH-LEVEL SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH MISSIONS. Read more
UCC partners with foreign universities on SDGs for graduate studies
The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has partnered two foreign Universities to help accelerate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa. Read more
Black Dot Is Creating a Community of Doers
Karin Bylund, 24, heads the Black Dot student association in Gothenburg. Read more
SDSN Northern Europe Arrange Forum to Promote Solutions for an Inclusive Society
In a well-functioning society, integration of different groups of people is key to ending poverty, ensuring education and healthier lives for everyone, and achieving gender equality and an inclusive labor market. Read more
Journal Sustainablityy Special Issue "Competencies in Education for Sustainable Development"
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Education and Approaches". Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2018 Read more
UVED MOOC Objectifs de Développement Durable (in French)
En septembre 2015, les 193 États membres des Nations-Unies ont adopté 17 Objectifs de Développement Durable (ODD) à atteindre d’ici à 2030. Read more
Sustainable Development Goals: from science to action
Universities and scientific research play a prominent role in the knowledge society and economy. As Daniel Innerarity says in his excellent book The Democracy of Knowledge, the problems faced by mankind today require major mobility of knowledge. Read more
Responsible Research and Innovation for Researchers. UOC training course
The Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) framework is gaining momentum across Europe as a strategy to align scientific and technological progress with socially desirable and acceptable ends. Read more
Opportunity to participate in international survey of student attitudes towards sustainability
The National Union of Students in the UK is conducting a study about sustainabiliy among students, be part of it! Read more
Online course to establish sustainability hub - based on the Green Office Model by Rootability
Students and staff have the chance to apply for an online course that rootAbility and Leuphana University Lüneburg are running for students and staff who want to establish a sustainability hub, based on the Green Office Model. Read more
Initiatives for a Global Agenda
IAU's Secretary General, Hilligje van't Land, has written an article for EAIE's Forum magazine Read more
The call for applications for the Rockefeller Bellagio Center Academic Writing Residencies is now open!
IAU is pleased to offer its members a unique opportunity to expand their work and put forward the value of academics’ contributions to the development of society. Read more
IAU joined the International Conference on Sustainable Development Goals: Actors and Implementation
On September 18-19, the Polytechnic University of Catalonia hosted the International Conference on SDGs organized by the Global University Network for Innovation (GUNi). IAU Secretary General, Dr. Hilligje van't Land, was one of the speaker. Read more
The SDG Accord: the University and College Sector’s Collective Response to the SDGs
The International Association of Universities is a founding endorsing partner of the SDG Accord. Read more
Higher Education Paving the Way to Sustainable Development: A Global Perspective
The IAU launches the report of its 2016 global survey on Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development (HESD). Read more
IAU at the G7 University Summit “University Education for All. Actions for a sustainable future”
IAU represented by Prof. Stephen Freedman, IAU Board Member and Provost Fordham University, USA, attended G7 University Summit on “University Education for All. Actions for a sustainable future” in Udine, Italy (29-30 June 2017) Read more
183 colleges and universities say “We Are Still In’ on Paris Climate Agreement
183+ colleges and universities along with more than 1,000 governors, mayors, businesses and investors have assembled in pursuit of climate action to declare their intent to continue to ensure the U.S. Read more
Test your student and staff knowledge on the UN’s Global Agenda
New Sulitest Module on the Sustainable Development Goals available in English and in French! Read more
IAU joined the University Alliance for Sustainability Spring Campus 2017
From March 27-31 Freie Universität hosted the second Spring Campus event of the University Alliance for Sustainability on the topic “Societal Transformation to Sustainability: Universities as Pacesetters?”. IAU Deputy Secretary General, Dr. Read more
The Future of the Pacific Ocean - Asia-Pacific Case Competition
The inaugural APRU–NYT Case Competition brings together the best minds from universities in the Asia-Pacific region to solve a pressing issue: The Future of the Pacific Ocean. Read more
Conference & Call for Contributions: “Hamburg Sustainable Development Symposium”, 26 – 29 September
The European network on higher education for sustainable development COPERNICUS Alliance (CA) organizes its annual conference 2017 as a part of the Hamburg Sustainable Development Symposium. Read more
IAU 15th General Conference- Speakers’ presentations available online
From November 13 to 16, the IAU held its 15th General Conference in Bangkok which was hosted by a consortium of Thai universities. Read more
IAU/Palgrave & COPERNICUS Alliance Prizes in Higher Education Policy Research 2016-2017 Essay Competition Theme HESD: A New Academic Discipline?
Thanks to, and in partnership with, Palgrave Macmillan Ltd., publisher of the Association’s research and reference works, the International Association of Universities (IAU) and COPERNICUS Alliance (CA) are pleased to announce the 2016-2017 IAU/Palgr Read more
IAU signs a grant agreement with the Rockefeller Foundation of interest to its Members
IAU is pleased to announce the signature of a grant agreement with the Rockefeller Foundation (RF) to assist the Foundation with the development of the global outreach of the Rockefeller Bellagio Center Academic Writers in Residence Programme. Read more
Student-run Green Office in University of Gothenburg
Anna Simmons and Tora Wilhelmsson are students at respectively the School of Business, Economics and Law and the School of Global Studies (both at the University of Gothenburg). Read more
IAU and COPERNICUS Alliance join forces to work on HESD
IAU and COPERNICUS Alliance signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work on Higher Education and Research for Sustainable Development (HESD). Read more
IAU 15th General Conference on: Higher Education: A Catalyst for Innovative and Sustainable Societies
Come and celebrate 100 years of higher education system in Thailand and take part in a global debate on how to build more sustainable and innovative societies! Read more
MOOC “Wicked Problems, Dynamic Solutions: the Ecosystem Approach and Systems Thinking”
The UN Environment Programme (UNEP), in partnership with Concordia University in Montreal, is offering a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC). Read more
The IAU President, Dzulkifli ABDUL RAZAK, presents the concept of Sejahtera
TEDx event, July 2016 Read more
First IAU Survey on HESD 2016/17
"IAU is advocating recognition and strengthening of the role higher education plays in the overall process of achieving sustainable development. Read more
Manifesto "Educate towards environment and sustainable development"
Environmental education towards sustainable development (EESD) is a necessity. There’s a wide acknowledgement about that on several European and International papers. Read more
New SDSN network for northern Europe launched in Gothenburg
New SDSN network for northern Europe launched in Gothenburg The SDSN Northern Europe was officially launched in Gothenburg February 25-26 with the participation of the Swedish Prime Minister, top academics and the CEOs of several major Swedish c Read more
Implementing Rio+20 In The Nordic Higher Education Institutions
The Nordic Sustainable Campus Network (NSCN) published a survey report on the situation of sustainability in the Nordic universities Read more
IAU represented its Members at COP21
IAU represented its Members and took part in a COP21 panel debate on “Climate change as part of the curriculum from kindergarten to university” Read more
UNESCO Global Action Programme on ESD
The IAU is an official key partner of GAP Priority Action Area 2: Transforming learning and training environments, representing its members, fostering higher education’s involvement in addressing the new Global Goals Read more
International conference “Bridging Education and Science for Sustainable Development”
The Latvian National Commission for UNESCO in cooperation with the UNESCO Chair at the Daugavpils University and National Centre for Education is organizing the international conference “Bridging Education and Science for Sustainable Development”. Read more
Environment, Sustainability and Learning in Focus at Successful Congress
The congress is held every two years and aims to give those who are interested in learning about the environment and sustainable development an opportunity to gain new knowledge, share their work with others and talk to people from around the world. Read more
First winners of new UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development
The three laureates are Asociación SERES from Guatemala/El Salvador; the Centre for Development of Early Childhood, Non-Formal and Informal Education from Indonesia; and rootAbility from Germany Read more
Open letter to COP21 ministers – Higher Education Institutions & Climate Change
COP21 Ministers urged to partner with Universities and Colleges Read more
Global University Climate Forum
The IARU Global University Climate Forum is a one-day workshop on 5 December in Paris during the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change negotiations (COP21) Read more
Colloque International Eco-Campus 3
In advance of the XXI Session of the Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC (COP21), HESI will organize an event to take stock of progress made since Rio+20 Read more
Professional training programme on education for sustainable development
University of Zürich and IAU jointly pilot a professional training programme on Education for Sustainable Development Read more
Higher Education for Climate Change Action
IAU is pleased to draw your attention to this Conference organised by HESI and supported by the IAU. Read more
Learning for the Future
A UNECE publication on Competences in ESD. Read more
World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC 2015)
WEEC 2015 is the 8th edition of this series of Conferences. It is held at Gothenburg University and organized in strong collaboration with the University, Member of the IAU. It takes place in Gothenburg, Sweden, from 29 June to 2 July 2015. Read more
The Higher Education for Sustainable Development (HESD) work of your University and COP21!
The IAU HESD team invites your institution to bring your actions and initiatives on Climate Change to the attention of COP21. Read more
Africa: Sustainable Development for All?
A free MOOC that assesses the progress made to date in the achievement of the UN Millennium Development Goals Read more
University of Gothenburg's Sustainability Report
The University of Gothenburg's environmental management system has resulted in a reduced environmental impact in several areas and the work to integrate sustainable development in education has been reinforced. Read more
Workshop on Indicators for Sustainability Measurements at Higher Education Institutions
The University of Gothenburg hosted a workshop on Indicators for Sustainability Measurements with more than 30 representatives from higher education institutions in all Nordic countries. Read more
Paris Climat 2015: Make It Work
A Sciences Po initiative aimed at mobilizing universities all over the world for the 2015 international climate negotiations. Read more
IAU Horizons 21/1 focuses on “Social Innovation: Challenges and perspectives for higher education”
Focusing on the theme of the IAU Global Meeting of Associations 6, this issue offers a variety of papers on why and how higher education fosters social innovation. Read more
Sustainable Development Goals
Higher education has a key role to play in the achievement of these new goals. Read more
Shaping the Future We Want
UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (2005-2014) Read more
IAU Horizons 20/3 focuses on "Where In The World is Higher Education in the Post-2015 Development Agenda?"
Launched at the UNESCO World Conference on ESD in Nagoya the issue offers a series of 18 papers on why higher education plays a crucial role in addressing the challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more
World Education Forum 2015
Equitable and inclusive quality education and lifelong learning for all by 2030. Transforming lives through education Read more
Post-Nagoya Summary
The UNESCO World Conference on Educations for Sustainable Development (WC-ESD) 2014 adopts The Aichi-Nagoya Declaration and the launches the Global Action Programme. Read more
UN SDSN Mediterranean Conference 2015
The Second International UN SDSN Mediterranean and Tuscany Region Conference will be held in Siena, Italy on March 5-6, 2015. Read more
Higher Education for Sustainable Development: Higher Education Beyond 2014
The IAU is pleased to report that the International Conference on Higher Education for Sustainable Development: Higher Education Beyond 2014, which took place at Nagoya University on 9 November 2014, was a great success. Read more
ESD after 2014: Launching the Global Action Programme
The Global Action Programme (GAP) on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) seeks to generate and scale-up ESD action. It is intended to make a substantial contribution to the post-2015 agenda. Read more
World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development Calls for Renewed Commitment by all Countries
The World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, closed on November 12, 2014 with a declaration calling for urgent action to mainstream ESD and include ESD in the post-2015 development agenda. Read more
UNESCO World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development 2014
To mark the end of the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development and the beginning of the Post 2015 agenda activities, UNESCO and the Government of Japan will hold the UNESCO World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development - Learni Read more
IAU Iquitos Statement on HESD is finalized and published online
Drafted at the IAU 2014 International Conference on Blending Higher Education and Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Development which took place at the Universdad Cientifica del Peru, in Iquitos, Peru, in March 2014 Read more
The survey on the state of higher education for sustainable development is now closed
The UN Decade on Education for Sustainable Development is coming to its end and the new UN Global Action Programme on ESD is about to be launched. Read more
The state of higher education for sustainable development
The UN Decade on Education for Sustainable Development is coming to its end and the new UN Global Action Programme on ESD is about to be launched. Read more
IAU Iquitos Statement on HESD for comments and suggestions
The IAU 2014 International Conference on Blending Higher Education and Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Development took place at the Universdad Cientifica del Peru, in Iquitos, Peru, from 19-21 March 2014 Read more
Executive and Continuing Professional Education
Havard University, Boston, MA (June 18–20, 2014) Read more
Invitation to the IAU 2014 International Conference
The IAU 2014 International Conference on Blending Higher Education and Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Development takes place at the Universdad Cientifica del Peru, in Iquitos, Peru, from 19-21 March 2014 Read more
HuriTALK e-discussion on how the rights to water and sanitation
We are pleased to announce the launch of the e-Discussion on the Handbook for realizing the rights to water and sanitation. Read more
COPERNICUS Alliance Conference
Leadership in a Changing World: Higher education, sustainability and the new Global Action Programme on ESD Read more
2014 UNESCO World Conference on ESD
Based on a recommendation of the World Summit on Sustainable Development (Johannesburg, 2002), the United Nations General Assembly decided to dedicate a UN Decade to ESD (2005-2014) in December 2002. Read more
Rio+20 Treaty on Higher Education
Discover the Treaty Read more
Launch of a new online library on sustainability and corporate responsibility
Greenleaf Publishing and Governance, Sustainability & Environmental Management Research have launched an online collection of books and journals in sustainability, corporate responsibility and related fields. Read more
IAU 14th GC focused on HESD
Under the theme "Higher Education and the Global Agenda”, the 2012 IAU GC devoted sessions to the promotion of SD by higher education Read more
HESD, Rio+20 and beyond
UNESCO Chairs in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) from Costa Rica, Germany and Sweden gathered on 4 October 2012 to discuss the outcomes and follow-up of the recent UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20)regarding ESD and higher Read more
Launching IAU HESD Portal
On the occasion of its 14th General Conference, the IAU will release a new portal, dedicated to sustainable development and higher education. Read more
Sign the commitment of HEIs for Rio+20
On behalf of its members, the International Association of Universities (IAU) signed the Declaration on Higher Education for sustainable development. Read more