Last Update : December 1, 2024
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has taken a proactive leadership role in initiating and participating in cross-sectoral dialogues about the Sustainable Development Goals throughout 2024, bringing together government agencies, NGOs, international organizations, academia, industry, and civil society stakeholders. The university has hosted and participated in numerous conferences, workshops, roundtables, and policy dialogues that advance evidence-based SDG policy development and implementation. This comprehensive engagement reflects Amrita’s commitment to being a bridge institution that connects research, policy, and practice across multiple sectors to accelerate progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
In June 2024, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham participated in the prestigious Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) 2024 held in Bangkok from June 13-15, 2024, bringing together global leaders in academia, industry, and government to discuss and promote sustainable development practices. The congress brought together 2,152 higher education institutions across 125 countries and regions to assess institutions based on their contributions to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals through research, stewardship, outreach, and teaching. Amrita delegates showcased the institution’s groundbreaking initiatives and transformative progress in sustainability through multiple sessions, demonstrating the university’s strides toward becoming a global leader in sustainability efforts.
Dr. Maneesha V. Ramesh, Provost of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, presented during the prominent panel titled “Excellence in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals: Spotlight on India,” highlighting Amrita’s comprehensive framework and compelling case studies exemplifying the university’s commitment to sustainable development. Dr. Shivapratap Gopakumar, Associate Professor at the Amrita School for Sustainable Futures, participated in key sessions discussing research and innovation in sustainable development, contributing expert perspectives on integrating sustainability into academic research. Mr. Krishnanandan, Coordinator of the Live-in-Labs® program, showcased the university’s community-engaged research approaches and sustainable solution deployment strategies. Ms. Reshma A S, Program Officer for Water Sustainability Initiatives, presented Amrita’s sophisticated water resource management and monitoring systems, demonstrating the institution’s technological innovation in addressing SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation).
On July 9, 2024, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham participated in and showcased best practices at a National Workshop on SDG-4 Integration into Higher Education Institutions, which gathered over 100 delegates to discuss strategies for integrating Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) into higher education institutions across India. The event provided a crucial platform for cross-sectoral dialogue among academic leaders, government officials, and education policymakers to share experiences and foster collaboration toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Organized under the leadership of Dr. G. Augustine Maniraj Pandian, Dean-IQAC at SRM University, and Dr. P. Madhusoodhanan, Head of the Career Development Center (CDC), the workshop facilitated structured discussions on curriculum innovation, pedagogical approaches, and institutional strategies for achieving SDG 4 targets.
Amrita’s participation highlighted the institution’s comprehensive approach to quality education, including the Live-in-Labs® program, vocational training initiatives, and experiential learning frameworks that align educational outcomes with sustainable development priorities. The workshop emphasized the role of higher education institutions as catalysts for societal transformation through evidence-based education that addresses local challenges and global SDG targets. By sharing best practices and fostering collaboration, the workshop advanced institutional capacity across HEIs to integrate SDG-4 objectives into their teaching, research, and community engagement activities.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham contributed to critical cross-sectoral conversations at the 19th FICCI Higher Education Summit 2024, bringing together academia, industry, and policymakers to explore innovative strategies for advancing education through technology, sustainability, and global collaboration. The summit provided an important forum for higher education leaders to discuss emerging challenges and opportunities in the Indian higher education sector and the role of universities in advancing national development priorities.
On October 17, 2024, a high-impact VC-CEO Roundtable was held as a precursor to the summit, addressing the theme “Redefining Education: Integrating New Age Technologies.” Prof. Bhavani Rao R, Dean of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, participated as a key speaker and discussed the transformative potential of technologies such as artificial intelligence, augmented reality/virtual reality, blockchain, and predictive analytics in building future-ready learning ecosystems. Her contributions emphasized the need for universities to adopt a holistic approach to technology integration that balances innovation with ethical considerations and human-centered outcomes. This roundtable set the stage for broader discussions on how universities can integrate cutting-edge technologies into their curricula, governance structures, and institutional strategies.
In alignment with global efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, the 5th panel titled “One Planet, Shared Future: Role of Universities” featured participation from Prof. Bhavani Rao R, who emphasized Amrita’s institutional commitment to compassion-driven research and community engagement. She shared Amrita’s distinctive approach to co-developing interdisciplinary solutions that address local challenges while empowering communities through participatory research models. Her presentation highlighted how universities can serve as anchor institutions for sustainable development by bridging the gap between academic research, policy formulation, and grassroots implementation. The summit provided a valuable opportunity for Amrita to articulate its vision of higher education as a transformative force for achieving the SDGs.
On November 14, 2024, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham participated in the multi-country “SDG Global Conversation” hosted by Indiana University Indianapolis, a dynamic forum focused on advancing sustainable development through community-based research and bringing together institutions committed to SDG implementation globally. Indiana University (IU) Indianapolis organized this event titled “The University and the Community: Engagement for Success,” and Amrita was invited as a key participant, alongside Moi University from Kenya, to explore ways to accelerate sustainable development initiatives through multi-stakeholder engagement and knowledge exchange. The forum brought together diverse stakeholders to discuss innovative approaches to university-community partnerships and the role of higher education institutions in advancing sustainable development at local, national, and global levels.
The event featured distinguished talks by Dr Jeremy Price, Associate Professor of Technology, Innovation, and Pedagogy in Urban Education at IU Indy, who presented perspectives on educational innovation in sustainable development contexts, and Tedd Grain, Vice President and Director of Social Determinants of Health at Eskenazi Health Foundation and Eskenazi Health, who discussed health equity and social determinants of health as critical SDG considerations. Amrita’s representation included Mr Renjith Mohan and Mr Krishna Nandanan from the Live-in-Labs® program at Amrita School for Sustainable Futures, who shared the university’s community-engaged research model and demonstrated how adaptive management frameworks can be applied to address development challenges at scale. Dr. Sivakumar Venugopal from the Department of Health Science Research at Amrita Institute of Medical Science, Kochi, and Member & Coordinator of the Research Ethics Committee & Scientific Review Committee, contributed expertise on health research ethics and community-centered health initiatives.
The discussions focused on community-centric engagement models in the areas of education and healthcare, directly addressing SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Amrita’s Live-in-Labs® program was highlighted as a practical model for community engagement and adaptive management, demonstrating how universities can establish long-term partnerships with communities to co-create solutions for sustainable development challenges. The event provided an important opportunity for Amrita to share its experience and learn from global peers engaged in similar community-based research and development initiatives.
During 2023, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, under the visionary leadership of Chancellor Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma) as Chair of Civil20 India, initiated and participated in extensive cross-sectoral dialogues that brought together civil society organizations, government representatives, academia, and private sector stakeholders. The C20 India initiative, which continued into 2024 with Brazil’s G20 presidency, established a global platform for civil society to contribute policy recommendations on critical global challenges. This unprecedented engagement demonstrated Amrita’s commitment to facilitating dialogue that translates research and community insights into actionable policy recommendations for the G20 member countries.
The C20 Summit was held in Jaipur on July 31, 2023, bringing together 1,090 attendees from India and around the world participating in the three-day event that culminated in the release of the C20 Policy Pack and C20 Communique—civil society’s policy recommendations developed by 16 Working Groups after extensive discussions with civil society organisations and policymakers worldwide. The summit was inaugurated by Shri Rajnath Singh, Hon’ble Minister of Defence, Government of India, signifying the high-level political commitment to civil society engagement. Over 6,000 civil society organizations from 154 countries participated in policy deliberations across working groups, with more than 500 policy deliberations and over 10,000 mass outreach events conducted to ensure broad-based participation from grassroots communities. The policy recommendations developed through this process directly influenced the G20’s agenda on sustainable development, women’s empowerment, disaster resilience, education, and water management, demonstrating the significant policy impact of coordinated civil society engagement.
Following the transition of C20 leadership from India to Brazil for the 2024-2025 G20 cycle, Amrita Dean Dr. Krishnashree Achuthan represented India’s leadership at the C20 Brazil closing summit held in Rio de Janeiro on November 13, 2024. The summit brought together Brazil’s First Lady, Janja Lula da Silva, and prominent G20 social representatives and Brazilian government officials including Minister Marcio Macedo (Brazilian G20 Sherpa), Mauricio Lyrio, South African Sherpa Zane Dangor, G20 Social General Coordinator Tatiana Beringer, National Secretary Eliane Aquino, and several ministers from the Brazilian government. Dr. Krishnashree Achuthan’s contributions to the closing summit emphasized the vital role C20 plays in advocating for adaptive, resilient policies—ones that prepare for future challenges rather than responding after the fact. She highlighted how C20 India had, for the first time in C20 history, brought critical attention to emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, acknowledging both their transformative potential and inherent risks. Her presentation stressed the importance of ensuring that civil society voices continue to shape G20 policy on emerging global challenges that affect marginalized and vulnerable populations.
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To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami and advance collective understanding of disaster risk reduction, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham organized the International Conference on Tsunami Risk Reduction and Resilience from December 13–15, 2024, at Amritapuri campus. This major international conference brought together diverse stakeholders from academia, government, industry, and civil society to discuss strategies, technologies, and policy frameworks for reducing tsunami and multi-hazard risk. The conference was organized by the UNESCO Chair on Experiential Learning for Sustainable Innovation and Development, the Amrita School for Sustainable Futures (ASF), and the Centre for Wireless Networks and Applications, demonstrating coordinated institutional commitment to disaster risk reduction and community resilience.
The conference brought together more than 40 eminent speakers from 15 countries who represented academia, government, industry, governmental and nongovernmental organisations to exemplify that hope exists if people are willing to join hands in the face of destruction, and build the strength and strategies to prevent such catastrophes. International participating organizations included UN ESCAP, UNESCO, UNESCO-IOC, the Indian Ocean Tsunami Warning and Mitigation System Secretariat (Australia), the National Disaster Management Authority of Maldives, the Disaster Management Center of Sri Lanka, and the NOAA–US Pacific Tsunami Warning Center. National participating organizations included the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) of India, the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), and various Government of India agencies engaged in disaster management and coastal protection. The conference addressed nine thematic areas including Disaster Risk Reduction and Management, Community Resilience and Early Warning Systems, Climate Change and Coastal Hazards, International Cooperation and Policy Frameworks, Indigenous Knowledge and Community-Based Approaches, and Technology and Innovation for Disaster Management, ensuring comprehensive coverage of critical disaster management issues.
P.S. Sreedharan Pillai, Governor of Goa, was the Chief Guest at the Valedictory Ceremony and expressed appreciation for such a significant global event being held in a small region like Alappad, underscoring the political recognition of the conference’s importance for advancing disaster preparedness in vulnerable coastal areas. Other speakers at the closing session included Dr. M. Ravishankar, Principal of the Amrita School for Sustainable Futures, who highlighted the university’s ongoing commitment to disaster research and community engagement; Dr. T.M. Balakrishnan, Director of the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), who presented updates on India’s tsunami warning systems; Zoichiro Yasukawa, Chief of UNESCO’s Disaster Risk Reduction Unit, who discussed global policy frameworks; and Dr. Sudha Arlikatti, Head of Research at the Amrita School for Sustainable Futures, who presented research findings on community resilience mechanisms. The conference demonstrated Amrita’s capacity to convene global stakeholders for dialogue on critical sustainable development challenges and translate research evidence into policy recommendations.
Amrita University held the International Conference on Gender and Technology (ICGT) from January 16 to 19, 2025, bringing together 500 global stakeholders to break today’s trends and reach those who would most likely be left behind in the tech revolution. This major conference, organized in collaboration with UNESCO and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)—the world’s largest technical professional society—addressed the critical intersection of gender equality and technological advancement, recognizing that women and marginalized groups face particular risks of exclusion from the benefits of technological innovation. The conference featured more than 60 keynote speakers, panelists, and session chairs including government representatives, experts and policymakers, civil society leaders, industry leaders, gender financing institutions, researchers and students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring comprehensive representation across multiple sectors and perspectives.
The conference accepted over 90 peer-reviewed research papers addressing key themes in gender and technology, welcomed 15 poster presentations showcasing innovative research and programs, and organized a GenAI Hackathon for Gender Equality with 250 participants forming 50 teams to develop solutions at the intersection of artificial intelligence and gender equality. Additional features included a workshop on Systems Thinking Approaches to Gender Equality, equipping participants with frameworks for addressing systemic barriers to gender equality through technological and institutional innovations. The conference concluded with an Awards Ceremony recognizing outstanding research, innovations, and contributions to advancing gender equality in technology sectors. A major announcement made during the conference was the launch of UNESCO’s Women4Ethical AI, South Asia Chapter, co-chaired by Amrita University, to promote greater participation of women in artificial intelligence research, design, and policymaking across the South Asian region. This initiative responds to the urgent need to ensure that women have meaningful roles in shaping artificial intelligence development and governance, preventing the replication of gender biases in AI systems.
Notable participants included Dr Manisha Gupta, Staff Research Scientist at Google, who delivered a keynote address questioning whether artificial intelligence is truly inclusive and accessible to all genders, and challenging the technology sector to prioritize gender equity in AI development. The conference provided an important forum for cross-sectoral dialogue on how technology can be designed and deployed to advance gender equality and ensure inclusive development outcomes. Through this initiative, Amrita positioned itself as a global leader in addressing the intersection of technology, gender, and sustainable development.
Amrita organized the Gender Sensitization and Gender Transformative Programme Workshop designed specifically for Government of India (GoI) employees from scientific and technological agencies, equipping participants with tools to challenge systemic inequalities, enhance professional relationships, and align their work with national mandates and global goals like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The workshop drew on the AWESOME framework (Advancing Women’s Empowerment through Systems-Oriented Model Expansion) developed by Amrita’s Center for Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality and UNESCO Chair on Gender Equality to provide practical tools for addressing complex workplace dynamics and gender-based barriers. The workshop framework specifically addressed systemic approaches to gender equality that go beyond awareness-raising to target structural and institutional changes necessary for transformative gender outcomes.
The workshop was designed to equip government employees with knowledge and skills aligned with major government initiatives including Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (Save Girls, Educate Girls), Mahila Shakti Kendra (Women’s Empowerment Centers), and the pending Women’s Reservation Bill, ensuring that participants could connect gender equality work to national policy priorities and development agendas. The workshop directly contributed to achieving SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), recognizing that government engagement is essential for translating gender equality principles into systemic institutional change. By facilitating dialogue between academic researchers and government practitioners, the workshop demonstrated how universities can serve as knowledge partners in advancing gender transformative approaches within government agencies.
On November 15, 2024, the workshop “Empowering Women for Blue Growth” was held at Amritapuri campus as a key cross-sectoral dialogue on sustainable marine livelihoods and gender equality, bringing together international experts, policymakers, local stakeholders, CWEGE (Center for Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality) staff, and PhD women students to discuss strategies for advancing women-led marine sustainability initiatives. The workshop provided a platform for sharing international best practices and developing locally-adapted strategies for advancing women’s economic empowerment through sustainable marine resource management. International experts shared insights from diverse geographic and development contexts, including insights from Japan on innovative sustainable marine practices, insights from Indonesia on seaweed cultivation techniques and women’s participation in value chains, insights from Israel on Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) systems, and insights from India on successful women-led livelihood initiatives in coastal communities.
The workshop focused on multiple dimensions of blue growth including sustainable marine practices that protect coastal ecosystems, seaweed cultivation as an economically viable and environmentally beneficial livelihood strategy, IMTA (Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture) as a sustainable aquaculture approach, and women-led, climate-resilient strategies for marine biodiversity conservation that center the knowledge and agency of women in coastal communities. Participants discussed how technological innovations, business models, and policy frameworks can be adapted to support women’s leadership in blue economy sectors while reinforcing commitment to empowering coastal communities. The workshop demonstrated Amrita’s commitment to gender-responsive sustainable development and its role in facilitating cross-sectoral dialogue that brings together research, policy, and practice perspectives.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham engaged in sustained cross-sectoral dialogue through collaborative workshops with environmental NGOs from February 2023 to June 2024, establishing an ongoing platform for knowledge sharing and coordinated action on climate change and environmental sustainability across multiple domains and stakeholder groups. The collaborating NGOs included CANSA (Climate Action Network South Asia), Industree, Vasudha Foundation, and Team Environment Kenya, bringing together organizations with expertise in climate policy, sustainable livelihoods, conservation, and international environmental governance. The dialogue spanned multiple knowledge domains including “Building Resilience in a Changing Climate: Strategies, Solutions & Collaborations,” which addressed community-based adaptation approaches, “Decoding Results-based Climate Finance,” which examined mechanisms for climate finance governance, and “Addressing Climate & Biodiversity with Local Stakeholders: Strategies, Challenges & Solutions,” which facilitated discussion of local-to-global policy linkages.
Additional topics addressed through this multi-year dialogue included “Climate Change: Intersections of Gender and Equity Concerns—Solutions from the Frontlines,” which examined how climate impacts and responses intersect with gender and social equity issues; “Adapting Architectural Design, Settlement Planning and Practice to Climate Change: An International Perspective,” which explored how built environment planning can adapt to climate change; “Gender Responsive Climate Action,” which examined how climate policies can advance gender equality; “Unveiling the Impacts of Climate Change and Fostering Environmental Sustainability in Africa,” which shared lessons from African contexts; “Climate Resilience Strategies for a Changing World,” which synthesized approaches to building resilience; and “Policy Dialogue on Reshaping Agriculture and Food Systems to face the Climate and Biodiversity Crisis,” which examined agricultural policy innovation. The impact of these dialogues extended to more than 200 participants, including educators and students, across schools, colleges, and communities in India, demonstrating the reach and influence of coordinated cross-sectoral engagement. The collaborating organizations included UNESCO Chairs network, international and national NGOs, and local authorities and government bodies, reflecting the multi-level governance approach needed for effective climate action.
The Civil 20’s Gender Equality & Disability Working Group (GED) held a historic two-day Policy Dialogue in Srinagar on February 13-14, 2023, marking the first collaboration between C20 and the University of Kashmir, with Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s participation. The policy dialogue addressed the sub-themes of Women’s Safety & Security and Engaging Men & Boys to address gender equality, with 90 participants representing eight countries including Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, India, Italy, and the United States, demonstrating the global reach and significance of this policy dialogue. The event brought together researchers, policymakers, civil society leaders, and activists from diverse geographic and development contexts to discuss evidence-based approaches to gender equality and inclusive development.
Key guests of honour included Prof. Nilofar Khan, Vice Chancellor of the University of Kashmir, who hosted and supported the dialogue as an institutional commitment to gender equality; Vijay K. Nambiar, UN Ambassador and Sherpa of C20 India, who highlighted the importance of civil society engagement in G20 processes; Prof. Nisar Ahmad Mir, Registrar of the University of Kashmir; Shombi Sharp, UN Resident Coordinator for India; Kanta Singh, Deputy Country Representative of UN Women in India; Huma Masood, Senior Gender Specialist at UNESCO; Nayana Sahasrabudhe of Bharatiya Stree Shakti; and Inspector General of the Central Reserve Police Force, Ms. Charu Sinha (IPS), providing perspectives from government, UN agencies, civil society, and law enforcement on gender equality and women’s safety. The policy dialogue produced actionable recommendations on gender equality that were incorporated into broader C20 policy recommendations transmitted to the G20, demonstrating how university-facilitated dialogues can influence global governance on gender equality issues.
The Amrita Research and Innovation Symposium for Excellence (ARISE 2024) united top academics, researchers, and industry experts to explore innovations and address global challenges through cross-sectoral dialogue. Held at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amaravati Campus, this two-day event concluded on June 4, 2024, highlighting the university’s commitment to advancing research excellence and encouraging collaboration across multiple sectors. ARISE 2024 provided a comprehensive forum for discussing how research and innovation can contribute to sustainable development objectives and social progress.
The inaugural address was delivered by Dr. Maneesha V. Ramesh, Provost of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, who set the tone for research-driven engagement with global challenges. Keynote speakers brought diverse perspectives on innovation and sustainable development, including Dr. K.N. Satyanarayana, Director of IIT Tirupati, who discussed interdisciplinary research approaches; Dr. Deepti Vepakomma, Dean (Research) at AIIMS Mangalagiri, who addressed medical research and health innovation; Shri Sanjeev Jain, Wipro Executive Committee member, who presented industry perspectives on technological innovation; Dr. Venu Govindaraju, Vice President at SUNY Buffalo, who discussed how technology can address societal challenges; and Dr. Konga Gopikrishna, Scientist at DST, Government of India, who highlighted innovation in service of society from a government policy perspective. Round table discussions addressed critical cross-cutting issues including “One Health” Initiative, which addresses interconnections between human, animal, and environmental health; “Information, Intelligence, & Immersion,” which examined emerging technologies and knowledge systems; “Smart, Sustainable, & Resilient Cities & Communities,” which discussed urban sustainability; and “Education for Life,” which addressed lifelong learning and skill development. The symposium demonstrated Amrita’s capacity to convene cross-sectoral dialogue on research innovation and its application to sustainable development challenges.
ALARM 2024 was a two-day international symposium on antimicrobial resistance, organized by Amrita School of Biotechnology, Amritapuri Campus, recognized by DST as Centre of Excellence for Antimicrobial Resistance, in conjunction with IIT Kanpur and CDRI Lucknow. The symposium theme “Educate. Advocate. Act Now” was aligned with WHO’s World AMR Awareness Week and reflected the urgent global need for coordinated action on antimicrobial resistance, which poses an increasing threat to global health security and sustainable development. The conference aimed to educate and facilitate awareness of the exponential rise in the global antimicrobial resistance crisis through cross-sectoral dialogue among researchers, clinicians, public health officials, and policymakers from India and internationally. By bringing together academic researchers, government health agencies, pharmaceutical industry representatives, and civil society stakeholders, ALARM 2024 demonstrated how universities can serve as platforms for addressing emerging global health challenges through evidence-based, multi-stakeholder dialogue.
The second International Conference on Comprehensive Education (ICCE-24) was held at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Mysuru Campus from July 25 to 27, 2024, as a joint effort with faculty members from the College of Education and Health Sciences at Adelphi University, New York. This bi-annual conference provided an excellent platform to present innovative research and exchange ideas with leading national and international experts in education, advancing dialogue on how educational systems and practices can support comprehensive human development aligned with sustainable development objectives. The conference featured paper presentations, roundtable discussions, panels and poster sessions, with all proposals undergoing rigorous peer review to ensure research quality. Accepted proposals were included in conference proceedings with publication opportunities in edited books, providing mechanisms for disseminating research findings to broader academic audiences.
The Amrita Center for Responsible Innovations and Sustainable Enterprises (ARISE) operates as a trans-disciplinary research and impact center that promotes research and dialogue with various stakeholders including the research community, business leaders, policy makers, civil society, and the public at large. ARISE activities are categorized in practice areas including Research, Network, Social Entrepreneurship, Consulting, and Training, leading to building organizational capacity for sustainability management and social innovation. The center facilitates cross-sectoral engagement by bringing together diverse stakeholders to co-create knowledge and develop solutions for complex sustainability challenges, positioning universities as platforms for bridging research, policy, and practice.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham operates as a catalyst for global health transformation through strategic collaborations, recognizing that addressing health challenges requires coordinated engagement across multiple sectors and geographies. Aligned with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), and complementary SDGs including SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 13 (Climate Action), the institution’s multitier partnership approach creates a powerful ecosystem where grassroots community health interventions seamlessly connect with cutting-edge research partnerships with world-renowned institutions. Through this integrated approach, Amrita demonstrates how universities can facilitate cross-sectoral dialogue on health challenges and coordinate multi-stakeholder action for sustainable health outcomes.
Through its comprehensive SDG engagement framework, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham demonstrates institutional commitment across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals, with integrated monitoring, reporting, adaptive management systems, and cross-sectoral dialogue mechanisms embedded throughout the institution. The university’s approach recognizes that achieving the SDGs requires sustained engagement across research, education, community partnerships, and policy dialogue, translating academic expertise into action that benefits society.
Through 2024, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has strategically initiated and participated in cross-sectoral dialogue on the SDGs by convening international conferences bringing together academia, government, NGOs, and civil society; facilitating policy dialogues with government agencies and civil service organizations; hosting multi-stakeholder workshops addressing specific SDG challenges; leading global networks such as the C20 India initiative and UNESCO Chairs; participating in cross-country forums promoting knowledge exchange and best practice sharing; collaborating with diverse partners including UN agencies, NGOs, international organizations, government ministries, and civil society organizations; and publishing and disseminating policy recommendations developed through multi-stakeholder engagement. This demonstrated commitment positions Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham as a leading institution for initiating and participating in cross-sectoral dialogues that advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals globally. By serving as a bridge between research communities, government agencies, civil society organizations, and international bodies, Amrita facilitates the kind of coordinated, evidence-based action necessary to accelerate progress toward sustainable development at local, national, regional, and global levels. The institution’s leadership in convening cross-sectoral dialogue reflects a strategic commitment to translating academic research into policy influence and demonstrating the transformative potential of universities as platforms for advancing sustainable development through inclusive, multi-stakeholder engagement.