SUSTAIN – Sustainable Universities for Society Through Action, Innovation, and Knowledge Networks
The SUSTAIN project will promote innovation and sustainability in higher education by strengthening the capacity of universities to integrate green development, social engagement, and inclusive practices into teaching, governance, and community outreach. The project will support the development of sustainability-focused training programs, operational tools, and institutional frameworks that enhance the Third Mission of higher education institutions. Through international collaboration, mobility activities, workshops, and stakeholder engagement initiatives, SUSTAIN will foster knowledge exchange, peer learning, and long-term partnerships among universities in Europe, Vietnam, and the Maldives. The project will also produce practical toolkits and resources to help institutions implement Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), and sustainability strategies effectively across the higher education sector.
Promote Sustainable and Inclusive Higher Education
Empower universities to integrate sustainability, social responsibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion into teaching, governance, and institutional practices.
Strengthen Universities’ Third Mission
Enable higher education institutions to actively contribute to community engagement, socio-economic development, environmental sustainability, and industry collaboration.
Develop Institutional Sustainability Frameworks
Support the creation of practical frameworks, toolkits, and operational strategies that guide universities in implementing sustainability-focused initiatives and long-term institutional transformation.
Foster International Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange
Encourage collaboration, mobility, peer learning, and cross-cultural partnerships among universities and stakeholders across Europe, Vietnam, and the Maldives.
Enhance Capacity for Green and Social Innovation
Build the capacity of educators, administrators, and institutions to lead innovation in sustainability, climate resilience, CSR, and socially engaged higher education.