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What are the UN SDGs? 

In 2015 the The United Nations created the 2023 Agenda for Sustainable development. At the core of this are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Agreed to by all member states, the SDGs seek to end poverty and tackle the climate crisis while recognizing other important factors which must be addressed, such as education, reduced inequalities, and economic growth among others.

Responsible Futures

Responsible Futures is a supported change programme and accreditation partnering students with their institutions to embed sustainability in all student learning, powered by .

In 2024 Queen’s conducted it's first Responsible Futures audit of sustainable practices, with the goal of gaining accreditation. Six students from Ҵý volunteered to carry out this analysis. Some of the criteria Ҵý excelled in were:

 

  •  The institution's learning and teaching strategy, academic strategy, or equivalent, includes supportive references to issues related to Responsible Futures through it's health equity, Indigenous Law, problem-based learning, cultural competency 
  • Within the current academic year, the institution has made funding, or related resources, available to staff and students so that they can develop their own projects that support the aims of Responsible Futures through the Sustainable Action Fund, and BeWell grant.
  • The Partnership has published case studies highlighting sustainability-related achievements, impacts and outcomes through the Ҵý Gazette, highlighting case studies that relate to each of the 17 UN SDGs. 

 

“The Responsible Futures audit is going to bring a novel and much needed perspective to bring this work forward.” – Dr. Klodiana Kolomitro

“Seeing the amount of work Queen’s University placed into this auditing process. I am beyond happy with the progress that has been made at Queen’s and what’s more to come.” - Student auditor

Wasteless Move In and Out

Whether you are a returning or an incoming student, we have a few mindful move-in tips to help you make more sustainable decisions and purchases and make this year's move a greener one. 

Wasteless Move In/Out

Responsible Consumption and Waste

Queens is committed to reducing waste, encouraging responsible consumption, and protecting the environment. Learn how to properly sort recyclables and make mindful consumption choices to reduce waste.

Learn more here

SDSN youth

Ҵý is a member of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN).

SDSN Youth offers Ҵý students opportunities to learn, connect with peers around the world, innovate, volunteer and contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.


 

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University Global Coalition Students Action Toolkit

Download the toolkit containing more than 100 recommendations on how you can advance the Sustainable Development Goals.