USM and the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals

T he University of Southern Mindanao (USM) Online SDG Hub is a comprehensive digital platform dedicated to integrating and advancing all 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through education, research, and community engagement. By serving as a centralized repository for SDG-related initiatives, the hub ensures that USM’s academic programs, research projects, and extension activities align with global sustainability targets—from eradicating poverty and promoting gender equality to fostering industry innovation and protecting life on land. Through collaborative partnerships, data-driven monitoring, and public awareness campaigns, the platform empowers students, faculty, and stakeholders to contribute meaningfully to each SDG, reinforcing USM’s commitment to a holistic and inclusive approach to sustainable development. This initiative not only amplifies the university’s impact but also inspires actionable solutions for a more equitable and resilient future in line with the 2030 Agenda.

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Goal 01

Ends poverty of all its forms everywhere.

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Goal 02

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition.

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Goal 03

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all.

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Goal 04

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education for all.

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Goal 05

Achieve gender equality and empower all women.

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Goal 06

Ensure sustainable management of water for all.

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Goal 07

Ensure access to sustainable energy for all.

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Goal 08

Full and productive employment and decent work for all.

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Goal 09

Build resilient infrastructure, and foster innovation.

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Goal 10

Reduce inequality within and among countries.

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Goal 11

Human settlements inclusive, safe, & resilient.

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Goal 12

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

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Goal 13

Ensure access to sustainable energy for all.

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Goal 14

Full and productive employment and decent work for all.

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Goal 15

Build resilient infrastructure, and foster innovation.

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Goal 16

Reduce inequality within and among countries.

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Goal 17

Human settlements inclusive, safe, & resilient.

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