SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
LEAVE NO ONE BEHIND: STRENGTHENING PARTNERSHIPS FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
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Teachning and Learning
Teachning and Learning
SDS 201: Fundamentals of Sustainable Development offers foundational knowledge in sustainable development and emphasizes the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The course equips students with an understanding of how to integrate economic, environmental, and social dimensions into development strategies. It covers the historical evolution of sustainable development concepts and provides an analytical framework for addressing sustainability at local, national, and global levels. This course aims to instill a comprehensive understanding of how the SDGs can be applied across disciplines, from community development and environmental management to economic planning and policy-making. Students gain skills in systemic thinking, critical reflection, and collaborative problem-solving, which are essential for developing solutions to sustainability challenges.
SDS 362: Land Resources and Food Security Management specifically focuses on sustainable land management practices. This course covers topics such as GIS-based mapping, land capability assessment, and sustainable land-use planning, which are directly aligned with SDG 15. By engaging with these topics, students learn how to conserve terrestrial ecosystems, assess land suitability for various uses, and mitigate the environmental impact of land-use activities. Practical applications like 3D watershed mapping and developing Sustainable Land Use Plans (SLUP) enable students to translate theoretical knowledge into actionable strategies, fostering a deeper understanding of how to manage and sustain land resources.
SDS 363: complements these efforts by emphasizing the sustainable management of aquatic ecosystems. It covers the critical importance of maintaining the health and productivity of freshwater and marine resources, which supports both SDG 15 and SDG 14 (Life Below Water). This course equips students with the skills necessary for evaluating the ecological impacts of human activities on aquatic systems and implementing strategies to restore and conserve these vital ecosystems. The focus on integrated resource management in SDS 363 ensures that students understand the interconnected nature of land and water ecosystems and their role in broader sustainability goals.
Education for SDGs in the wider community
Education for SDGs in the wider community
The comprehensive exam helps assess students' readiness to engage in interdisciplinary research and community projects, aligning with the goals of SDG 17. This goal emphasizes the importance of partnerships in achieving sustainable outcomes, and the exam ensures that graduates are prepared to collaborate across disciplines and with diverse stakeholders. By fostering a deep understanding of how to build effective partnerships, the comprehensive exam supports the university's mission of contributing to sustainable development initiatives at the local and global levels.
Through this integrated curriculum and rigorous assessment process, the university plays a pivotal role in advancing the principles of sustainable development. The combination of theoretical grounding, hands-on learning, and practical assessment prepares students to become leaders in sustainability, capable of driving positive change in their communities and beyond. These efforts not only align with the global objectives of SDG 15 and SDG 17 but also contribute to the university's broader mission of fostering resilient and sustainable communities through education, research, and community engagement.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTS
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTS
PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS
PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS
To encourage the development and exchange of knowledge and practices aimed at sustainably addressing present and future socio-environmental and humanitarian challenges, the university continuously forge partnerships and collaboration with various sectors in the community.
Academic Institutions
Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia
Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Universitas Islam Indonesia, Indonesia
The Bridge Center
Hasselt University, Belgium
Centro Nacional Chega
Universidade da Paz,Timor Leste
National University of Battambang, Cambodia
Marburg University, Germany
Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University, Thailand
Philippine Academy of Craniomaxillofacial Surgery
UP Mindanao
Miriam College
Philippine Science Highschool - Central Mindanao Campus
Mindanao State University - Buug, Zamboanga Sibugay
Mindanao State University - General Santos, General Santos City
Jose Rizal Memorial State University
Organizations
YUCHENGCO Center, Manila
Rotary Club of Iligan
Chamber of Commerce and Industry Foundation of Iligan Incorporated (CCIFII)
SK Federation of Iligan City
MSU-IIT National Multipurpose Cooperative (NMPC)
Sikyop Agriculture Cooperative
Integrated Philippine Association of Optometrists
GIZ SAUP
National Agencies
DTI-Rural Agro-enterprise Partnership for Inclusive Development and Growth
DepEd - Iligan School Division
Department of Science and Technology
DTI - Misamis Occidental / Iligan
DOST - PHIVOLCS
Commission on Higher Education Region X
Philippine Army
Non-Violent Peace force
BARMM's government ministries
Local Agencies
Local Government Unit of Iligan City
Bureau of Jail and Management Penology - Iligan City
Safe Water For Every Child - Philippines, Inc.
City Government of Iligan-Gender and Development Division
City Health Office - Iligan City
Intensifying Campus Sustainability
Intensifying Campus Sustainability
Relationships with regional NGOs and government for SDG policy
Relationships with regional NGOs and government for SDG policy
In the pursuit of building a disaster-resilient Iligan City, MSU-IIT was invited by the National Resilience Council (NRC) for a two-day program to help consolidate the baseline data for Iligan City’s Resilient Local Government Systems Scorecard especially for poverty alleviation.
The International Conference on UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and Social Innovation (ICUNSSI) is Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology’s (MSU-IIT) flagship conference and testament to the University’s dedication and commitment in attaining the UN SDGs through social innovation. The 2024 ICUNSSI highlights multidisciplinary in its theme, “Belongingness and Interconnectedness: Magnifying Development and Innovation.”
International collaboration data gathering for SDG
International collaboration data gathering for SDG
MSU-IIT reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainable development and global collaboration as it joined the 2024 Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) held from June 10 to 13 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Collaboration for SDG Best Practices
Collaboration for SDG Best Practices
This research conducted in 2024 and published in 2025 is a collaboration between MSU-IIT and Universitas Islam Riau Indonesia on managing forest fires.
Collaboration with NGOs for SDGs
Collaboration with NGOs for SDGs
Collaborate with NGOs to tackle the SDGs through: student volunteering programmes, research programmes, or development of educational resources
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