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Establishing local sustainability projects that address the UN Sustainability Development Goals

Research Output: Contribution to journal Article Peer-review

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Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well
  • SDG 4 - Quality Education
    SDG 4 Quality Education
  • SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities
    SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
  • SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
    SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Abstract

Before global disruptions and uncertainties, it is pertinent to prepare students with capabilities, and to nurture their agency, to influence change. This case examines a pilot student sustainability leadership initiative, comprising a ‘living lab’ model, and run at an English university. It engaged undergraduates, in partnership with academics, in projects they co-created to address campus and curriculum challenges. These were framed in relation to delivery of the UN Sustainability Development Goals. The model, underpinned by constructivist and experiential learning pedagogies, harnesses creativity and enthusiasm. A multi-level evaluation identified the impacts of the experience on students and academics and the outputs which delivered on key indicators of the University’s strategies. Such outcomes demonstrate the model to be effective and efficient and – in the context of limited resources – institutionally sustainable and transferable. This case is authored by the key staff and students involved.

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Research Output: Contribution to journal Article Peer-review

Original language

English

Journal (Volume, Issue Number)

International Journal for Students as Partners (Volume 9, Issue 2)

Publication milestones

  • Accepted/In press - 01/05/2025
  • Published - 15/10/2025

Publication status

Published - 15/10/2025

ISSN

2560-7367

External Publication IDs

  • handle.net: 10547/626690

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