Theveli International Conference 2025 extended its academic programme through a post-conference workshop titled “Brainstorming in Reverse – Greening Campus, Curriculum, and Student Learning”, held on 21 August 2025. Attended by 16 participants, the workshop focused on integrating sustainability into university curricula, campus practices and student learning to address the growing challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss.

The workshop was conducted by Dr. Scott G. Blair, Content Development Editor at Sulitest Impact, Paris, France.

The workshop addressed the role of universities in developing environmental literacy among students and preparing them to respond to current sustainability challenges. Particular attention was given to incorporating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across academic disciplines and throughout the student learning experience.

It also explored how educators can equip students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to understand environmental issues and contribute to sustainable development. The workshop emphasised the importance of preparing graduates to apply sustainability principles in their future professions.

Through this initiative, The Maldives National University (MNU) contributed to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education, particularly Target 4.7, which promotes education for sustainable development. The workshop also aligned with SDG 13: Climate Action and SDG 15: Life on Land, through its focus on climate education, environmental literacy and biodiversity conservation.