Sustainability in MNU/Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Building strong partnerships locally and globally to achieve shared progress toward sustainable futures

Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

At MNU, we believe that collaboration drives lasting change. Guided by SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals, we build strong connections with local, regional, and global partners to advance sustainability and shared learning. By uniting universities, communities, and industries, MNU is creating pathways for collective progress shaping a more sustainable future together.

MNU Sustainability Policy

MNU Sustainability Committee

Interactive Map of MNU Collaborations

Progress on all SDGs

A snapshot of our collective progress across all SDGs, highlighting advancements, ongoing efforts, and areas for continued focus.

MNU SDG Policy Engagement

MNU actively contributes to national policy discussions and advisory platforms to support evidence-based decision-making for sustainable development.

Cross-Sectoral SDG Dialogues and Conferences

The University convenes multi-stakeholder forums, including academia, government, and industry, to advance shared understanding and joint action on the SDGs.

International SDG Research and Best Practice Development

MNU partners with global universities and agencies to conduct collaborative research and exchange best practices that strengthen SDG implementation.

NGO Collaboration for Sustainable Development

Through partnerships with NGOs, MNU supports community initiatives, capacity-building programmes, and grassroots action aligned with national SDG priorities.

Commitment to SDG-Integrated Education

The University embeds sustainability concepts and SDG perspectives across curricula, teaching, and training to prepare graduates for global challenges.

Sustainability Literacy Assessment at MNU

MNU evaluates students’ understanding of sustainability to enhance learning outcomes and guide continuous improvement in SDG education.

Community Outreach for Sustainable Development

The University delivers public lectures, workshops, and targeted educational programmes that raise awareness and empower communities to act on the SDGs.

Sustainability Embedded Across all MNU Courses, For More Information visit: courses.mnu.edu.mv

MNU is committed to delivering a holistic education that nurtures knowledge, values, and responsibility. Our programmes develop graduates who are champions of positive change, dedicated to building a more sustainable, equitable, and hopeful world for future generations. MNU has also mapped each programme to specific SDGs, integrating them into the curriculum to ensure that all graduating students develop strong sustainability literacy.