Chula to Launch & Lead “APRU SDG Education for Global Citizenship”
The APRU SDG Education for Global Citizenship (APRU SDG4GC) is an intercultural, transdisciplinary, and interactive program that aims to foster global citizenship among students from 60 universities in 19 economies across the Pacific Rim.
As the initiator and chair of the APRU SDG4GC, Chulalongkorn University via the coordination of the Office of International Affairs and Global Network, leads this program—the first international SDGs certificate program run by Chulalongkorn University—together with The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Very importantly, the program is co-designed by four other core partner universities, namely, Kyushu University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Simon Fraser University, and Universiti Malaya.
Chula’s close partnership with the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator in Thailand enabled meaningful and firm collaboration with various UN agencies.
“As the UN, we know that strong partnerships are essential. We recognize that academic communities are playing a crucial role in implementation of SDGs and that young people are essential to solution building, policy making and sustainable change,” said Ms. Marisa Panyachiva, Partnership and Development Finance Officer, UN Resident Coordinator Office in Thailand.
She added “The SDGs belong to everyone, and the success will depend on partnerships and active engagement of everyone. We look forward to working closely with Chulalongkorn University and other university partners in making this program a success.”
Ms. Marisa Panyachiva
Office of the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Thailand
On July 7th, 2022, at the Annual Presidents’ Meeting of APRU held in Singapore, the program was officially launched by Prof. Bundhit Eua-arporn, President of Chulalongkorn University, and Prof. Rocky Tuan, Vice Chancellor of Chinese University of Hong Kong.
“When the world is undergoing critical transitions that demand the resolution of interconnected challenges, universities, as key institutions of higher learning, have a clear responsibility to advance inclusive culture with respect for diversity. We welcome this responsibility by creating spaces for peoples and perspectives to be voiced and to be heard, sparking innovative learning for all,” said President Bundhit.
announcing the program launch at APRU APM
on July 7, 2022.
In the academic year 2022-23, all activities will be conducted online. The annual theme Shaping the Future of Health & Wellbeing will explore the many dimensions of wellbeing, including social, cultural, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, mental, physical, and economic dimensions. By drawing on multiple disciplines and practices, the program aims to build a strong sense of global citizenship toward resilient global communities.
Key Program Features
- Orientation program, interactive lectures, and training provided by APRU member universities, UN agencies, and experts from the field.
- UN SDG Primer Course which is self-paced will establish a common base of understanding and approach for the UN system in supporting the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
- Teamwork with students from 60 universities in 19 economies.
- Mentorship program facilitated by academics and design thinking experts will guide teams of students to develop social innovation prototypes to address pressing challenges of our societies globally.
- Pitching competition will showcase students’ work and will be judged by a panel of UN experts.
- Winning Prize is a week-long visit to Bangkok, Thailand, with training at Chulalongkorn University’s Innovation Hub, field trips to spin off companies and startups, and an opportunity to join a key United Nations event in Bangkok.
See further details at https://www.inter.chula.ac.th/apru-sdg-education-for-global-citizenship
The Office of International Affairs and Global Network, Chulalongkorn University has launched the website of the program. Activities and more information will be shared on the website. You are encouraged to visit for the latest updates at https://apru-sdg4gc.chula.ac.th/
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Office of International Affairs and Global Network, Chulalongkorn University
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