Sustainability Services
Sustainability and International Ranking Center · Al-Ahliyya Amman University
Overview
The Sustainability Services page organizes AAU services under several SDG-linked themes. The live page currently includes services under SDG 3, SDG 4, SDG 6, SDG 10, and SDG 17, each presented as linked service entries with short descriptions.
SDG 3
Good Health and Well-being
Collaborations with Health Institutions to Enhance Health and Wellbeing Outcomes
AAU collaborates with local, national, and global health institutions to address key health challenges through research, innovation, and community engagement.
Healthy Living, Healthy Communities
Outreach programs and projects promote hygiene, nutrition, family planning, sports, exercise, aging well, and related health and wellbeing topics for the local community.
Community Sports Hub
AAU shares its sports facilities with the local community, including schools and the public, to promote healthy and active lifestyles.
Sexual and Reproductive Health for Students
AAU provides students with access to information, education, and healthcare services in a safe and confidential environment to support informed choices.
Mental Health Support
AAU offers a comprehensive range of mental health support services for students and staff to address stress, anxiety, and related challenges.
SDG 4
Quality Education
Free Educational Resources for Every Need
AAU offers free access to educational resources including computers, libraries, online courses, and lectures for non-enrolled learners and the wider community.
Community Events
Public lectures and educational events open to the general public support learning, discussion, and community engagement.
Community Education Hub
Executive education programs and vocational training courses are offered to the public to strengthen skills, knowledge, and career development.
Extending Education to the Community
AAU extends learning beyond campus through tailored lectures, demonstrations, and student-led initiatives that enrich schools, neighborhoods, and community organizations.
SDG 6
Clean Water and Sanitation
Pure and Readily Available Drinking Water
AAU offers complimentary, pure, and readily available drinking water for students, staff, and guests through the Department of Public Supplies and Services.
Standards to Reduce Water Use in Campus Infrastructure
The university applies building standards and infrastructure practices intended to reduce water use across campus.
Landscaping Methods to Reduce Water Consumption
AAU implements sustainable landscaping methods that aim to reduce water consumption in campus green areas.
Mindful Water Usage On and Off Campus
The university promotes mindful water usage both within campus and across the broader community through education and engagement.
Free Hydration for a Mindful Campus
Clean, accessible drinking water services are framed as part of health, sustainability, inclusivity, and reducing single-use plastic bottle consumption.
Building for Sustainable Water Use
Water-efficient design measures include low-flow fixtures, rainwater harvesting, and water-conserving landscaping aligned with sustainable building practices.
Designing for Sustainable Water Use
The campus incorporates LEED standards, xeriscaping, drought-tolerant planting, smart irrigation, greywater recycling, and water-saving systems to minimize water use.
Empowering Sustainable Water Management
Educational opportunities and resources support informed and sustainable decision-making related to water conservation and management.
Together, We Can Make a Difference
The university combines education, innovation, water-efficient fixtures, and audits to foster responsible water management as a shared value.
Empowering Water Conservation Beyond Campus
AAU extends water conservation support beyond campus through community initiatives, partnerships, and educational programs.
Sustainable Water Extraction Solutions
Sustainable extraction technologies, including energy-efficient and solar-powered approaches, are used to minimize environmental impact and promote long-term water conservation.
SDG 10
Reduced Inequalities
Attracting and Retaining Talent from Underrepresented Groups
AAU takes proactive action to recruit students, staff, and faculty from underrepresented groups and supports cultural and social activities representing diverse nationalities.
Counselling for Underrepresented Groups
Mentoring, counseling, and peer support programs are designed to help underrepresented groups thrive academically, personally, and professionally.
Support Services for Individuals with Disabilities
AAU provides support services and accommodations that help individuals with disabilities access education and the full campus experience.
Access Schemes for Individuals with Disabilities
Comprehensive access schemes provide reasonable accommodations, support, and resources that empower students with disabilities to pursue higher education and thrive academically.
SDG 17
Partnerships for the Goals
AAU Role in Advancing SDG Policy Development and Implementation
AAU collaborates with governments, regional organizations, and international bodies to identify challenges, develop evidence-based policies, model interventions, and assess SDG progress.
Fostering Collaborative Dialogue for Sustainable Development
Conferences organized or supported by AAU bring together government agencies, NGOs, academia, and international stakeholders to discuss SDG trends, challenges, and solutions.
Advancing Global Data Collection for the SDGs
Through international research networks and development partnerships, AAU contributes to SDG data collection, methodology sharing, and evidence-based reporting.
Lifelong Sustainability Education for a Sustainable World
Dedicated sustainability courses prepare students to address global challenges through a mix of theory, practice, and real-world engagement.
Collaborating for Community Empowerment Through Outreach Programs
Outreach educational activities for alumni, local residents, and displaced individuals reflect AAU's commitment to lifelong learning beyond campus boundaries.
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Service Reading
Taken together, these services show that AAU frames sustainability not only as environmental practice, but also as health support, educational access, water stewardship, inclusive participation, and cross-sector collaboration.
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