Published Progress – SDG2

Public reporting on university progress and performance related to SDG2 (Zero Hunger).

Introduction

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) actively documents and publicly reports its contributions to SDG 2 – Zero Hunger, with a focus on food security, nutrition awareness, and sustainable-consumption practices. Through the Sustainability & International Ranking Center (SIRC), the University ensures that all SDG 2-related activities, statistics, and progress indicators are transparently published on its official website and within its annual Sustainability and Executive Sustainability Reports.

Across the 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 reporting cycles, AAU implemented several initiatives addressing food sustainability, including campus awareness campaigns on nutrition and waste reduction, support programs for low-income students, and community-based food-security initiatives. These efforts are documented in publicly accessible reports and news articles, ensuring accountability, evidence-based learning, and alignment with UN SDG 2 targets (2.1 & 2.4) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

Centers and Departments

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01Sustainability and International Ranking Center

Coordinates SDG reporting and verification. Publishes SDG 2 data and ensures public access to nutrition and food-security results

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02Faculty of Nursing

Implements nutrition and public health outreach. Provides verified data on awareness campaigns and community beneficiaries.

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03Women’s Health Center

Leads nutrition and women’s health education. Publishes evidence on healthy-eating and food-safety projects.

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04Deanship of Student Affairs

Manages student welfare and meal-aid initiatives. Reports on food assistance and campus nutrition programs.

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05Marketing and Communications Unit

Disseminates sustainability content and reports. Publishes SDG 2 achievements on AAU’s website and social platforms.

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06Global Engagement Center

Facilitates international partnerships and SDG dialogues. Ensures AAU’s SDG 2 progress is shared through global networks.

Activities

01AAU Sustainability Report 2023–2024

The report transparently presents AAU’s food-security, nutrition, and waste-reduction initiatives. It highlights measurable results from awareness campaigns, meal-aid programs, and student support schemes – evidence of institutional commitment to SDG 2 and SDG 17.

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02Executive Sustainability Report (SDG 2 Section) 2024–2025

The Executive Report publicly documents AAU’s progress in combating hunger and malnutrition through health education, student support, and partnerships with local NGOs and cafeteria service providers.

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03AAU Launches Ramadan Charity Campaigns to Support the Local Community in Balqa Governorate

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) launched an extensive Ramadan Charity Campaign aimed at supporting under-resourced families in Balqa Governorate. The initiative distributed food parcels and essential household supplies in collaboration with local NGOs and student volunteers, embodying the University’s social mission of combating hunger and promoting food security. This public initiative, officially documented on AAU’s website, demonstrates transparent reporting, community engagement, and measurable progress toward SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

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04AAU Concludes Its Ramadan Charity Campaigns in Support of the Local Community in Al-Balqa

Following weeks of coordinated humanitarian work, AAU concluded its Ramadan Charity Campaigns, reporting tangible impact through the delivery of hundreds of food baskets and assistance packages to families in need. This closing phase reflected AAU’s commitment to transparency and measurable outcomes, emphasizing the University’s role in advancing SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 1 (No Poverty), and SDG 17 (Partnerships) through sustained collaboration with civil-society organizations.

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05AAU and Arena Club Host Ramadan Iftar for Gaza Children and Their Families Undergoing Treatment in Jordan

In collaboration with the Arena Club and humanitarian organizations, AAU hosted a Ramadan Iftar for Gaza children and their families receiving medical treatment in Jordan. The event provided meals, gifts, and emotional support, symbolizing compassion, inclusion, and cross-sector partnership. By publicly reporting this initiative, AAU reinforced its dedication to food access, well-being, and social solidarity, aligning directly with SDG 2, SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), and SDG 17.

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06Dr. Maher Al-Hourani Inaugurates the Smart Agricultural Greenhouse at AAU (Optional Cross-Evidence for SDG 2.4 – Sustainable Agriculture

AAU inaugurated a Smart Agricultural Greenhouse designed to integrate advanced hydroponic and digital-monitoring systems that promote sustainable food production and resource efficiency. The project enhances applied research in agricultural innovation and contributes to long-term food-security resilience, supporting SDG 2 (Target 2.4), SDG 9 (Industry & Innovation), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

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07AAU Celebrates Arbor Day in Al-Balqa Governorate

AAU celebrated Arbor Day by planting trees in Balqa Governorate, promoting environmental conservation and ecosystem restoration. While primarily contributing to SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 15 (Life on Land), the initiative also supports food system resilience and the sustainability of agricultural lands core elements of SDG 2 (Zero Hunger). Its public documentation reflects AAU’s transparency and environmental responsibility.

Impact Evaluation & Development Plan

Performance Evaluation

Transparent Public Reporting AAU’s Sustainability Reports and Executive Sustainability Reports for 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 feature verified sections detailing the University’s programs on food awareness, food-security support, and waste-reduction initiatives. Key documents include:
AAU Sustainability Report 2023–2024 and 2024–2025
Executive Sustainability Report SDG 2 Section 2024–2025

These reports present quantitative and qualitative evidence of AAU’s SDG 2 performance and are made available online for public review, supporting transparency, stakeholder engagement, and THE Impact Ranking evidence requirements.
- Student Support and Social EquityThe Deanship of Student Affairs and the Finance Department maintain annual records of meal-support initiatives and food-security assistance benefiting students facing financial hardship. In parallel, AAU implements targeted social-support and charity campaigns that indirectly reduce food insecurity among vulnerable groups. Notable examples include:
- Ramadan Charity Campaigns in Al-Balqa Governorate: AAU launched and concluded a series of Ramadan campaigns providing food packages and basic necessities to low-income families, directly supporting local food security.
- Ramadan Iftar for Gaza Children and Their Families Undergoing Treatment in Jordan: In collaboration with the Arena Club and partners, AAU organized a collective Iftar for displaced children and their families, reinforcing social solidarity, dignity, and access to nutritious meals.
These activities illustrate AAU’s practical contribution to alleviating food-related hardship for both students and community members.
- Campus Nutrition Awareness and Sustainable Food PracticesThrough the Faculty of Nursing, the Women’s Health Center, and health- and nutrition-focused student clubs, AAU regularly conducts workshops and campaigns on healthy eating habits, balanced nutrition, and the prevention of diet-related diseases. In addition, AAU’s celebration of Arbor Day in Al-Balqa Governorate and the inauguration of the Smart Agricultural Greenhouse at AAU contribute to sustainable food and agriculture education, supporting SDG 2.4 on resilient and sustainable food-production systems.
- Data Verification and Public Access All SDG 2 indicators, including numbers of beneficiaries, participants in nutrition campaigns, training hours, outreach coverage, and sustainable-agriculture initiatives, are verified by SIRC and integrated into AAU’s SDG Evidence System. These data are then summarized and published through the University’s sustainability portal, ensuring that SDG 2 reporting is accurate, traceable, and aligned with international good practice.
Development Actions
Action 1: Food Security and Nutrition Dashboard (2025–2028) Create an online, interactive dashboard reporting AAU’s food-security initiatives, nutrition workshops, student-beneficiary data, and community impact.
- Target: Dashboard operational by 2026, with biannual updates.
Action 2: Annual Zero Hunger Impact Report (2025–2028) Publish a dedicated SDG 2 report consolidating all AAU efforts related to food aid, waste reduction, and nutrition awareness for students and community members.
- Target: Annual “Zero Hunger Impact Report” released each May starting in 2025.
Action 3: Community Food Resilience Program (2025–2028) Partner with NGOs and local institutions to deliver training on nutrition, sustainable food practices, and basic urban/agricultural resilience for vulnerable communities.
- Target: At least 100 community participants per year; impact tracked using SDG 2 indicators.
Action 4: Sustainable Campus Catering Policy (2025–2028) Develop and implement a sustainable catering and food-services policy to reduce food waste, improve sourcing practices, and encourage healthy options in campus cafeterias.
- Target: 25 % reduction in food waste by 2027; annual public audit of food-waste and sourcing performance.
Action 5: Regional Knowledge-Exchange Forum on Zero Hunger (2025–2028) Co-organize a yearly forum with Arab and international universities to share best practices on food security, campus nutrition, and sustainable agriculture.
- Target: One annual forum and at least two joint policy briefs or case-study reports published by 2028
Benchmarking & Best Practice
Benchmarking Reference: AAU models its SDG 2 reporting and practice on leading institutions such as:
- University of California, Davis (USA)
- University of Reading (UK)
- University of Pretoria (South Africa)
These universities are recognized for linking transparent data disclosure with community-focused food-security actions. Adopted Practices AAU adopts several key practices from these models, including:
- Open publication of quantitative food-security and nutrition data.
- Integration of food- and nutrition-related indicators into annual sustainability audits.
- Public communication of partnership projects, outreach campaigns, and impact metrics.
Localization to Jordan’s Context AAU contextualizes these frameworks within Jordan’s National Food Security Strategy (2021–2030) and the Ministry of Higher Education’s social equity objectives by:
- Focusing on vulnerable families in Al-Balqa Governorate through Ramadan campaigns and community outreach.
- Supporting students facing financial hardship through indirect food-security measures and social-support programs.
- Using sustainable agriculture initiatives such as the Smart Agricultural Greenhouse and Arbor Day activities to strengthen local awareness of resilient food systems.
Future Goal (by 2028) Develop a University–Community Food Resilience Platform that connects data, policy briefs, and NGO partnerships to scale up regional progress toward Zero Hunger, serving as a reference point for Arab universities and local stakeholders working on SDG 2.