List of reports and supporting evidence related to this goal.
Sustainability Report – SDG10 (10.0)
Introduction:
Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) consistently demonstrates its dedication to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education. Through the publication of its annual Sustainability Reports, the university presents a transparent and detailed account of its educational initiatives, policies, and community engagement activities that aim to enhance learning opportunities, promote inclusiveness, and ensure lifelong learning for all. The reports highlight AAU’s continuous efforts to integrate sustainability principles across academic curricula, research, and institutional governance. They document the university’s progress in providing equitable access to quality education, capacity building for educators, technological integration in teaching, and partnerships for sustainable development. The reports also reflect the university’s leadership in advancing sustainable education practices in Jordan and the region by fostering collaboration between academia, government, and civil society. AAU’s sustainability reporting framework follows international standards and aligns with the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings methodology, ensuring accuracy, comparability, and relevance. By issuing specialized reports for each SDG, the university not only measures its performance but also contributes to collective knowledge and best practices in sustainable higher education. The following reports—focused on SDG 4 (Quality Education)—illustrate AAU’s commitment to academic excellence, innovation in learning environments, and the development of responsible global citizens equipped to address future challenges.
Report Name: Reduced Inequalities – 2024-2025
Executive Summary:
The Reduced Inequalities – 2024–2025 report presents Al-Ahliyya Amman University’s continued efforts to advance inclusivity, social justice, and equal opportunities for all students, faculty, and staff. Guided by the principles of Sustainable Development Goal 10, the report highlights a comprehensive framework of policies, programs, and partnerships that aim to reduce disparities across gender, income, ability, and nationality. During 2024–2025, the University intensified its commitment to diversity through targeted scholarship programs for disadvantaged and refugee students, inclusive recruitment strategies, and capacity-building initiatives supporting first-generation students and individuals from underrepresented communities.
The report also demonstrates AAU’s ongoing efforts to ensure equitable access to education through financial aid programs, flexible admission policies, and the provision of academic and psychological support services. The University strengthened partnerships with national organizations and ministries to promote social inclusion and youth empowerment, ensuring that all community members have a voice in the decision-making process.
Moreover, AAU’s infrastructure and learning environment were further adapted to serve individuals with disabilities through upgraded accessibility measures and inclusive teaching practices. The sustainability governance structure, led by the Sustainability and Global Ranking Center, continues to integrate equality objectives
within institutional strategy, measuring outcomes through data-driven indicators and continuous evaluation. This report affirms AAU’s dedication to creating a fair, inclusive, and equitable academic environment that upholds human dignity, fosters belonging, and reduces inequalities both within the campus and the broader Jordanian community.
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Report Name: Reduced Inequalities – 2023-2024
Executive Summary:
The Reduced Inequalities – 2023–2024 Executive Sustainability Report outlines the foundational initiatives implemented by Al-Ahliyya Amman University to promote equality, accessibility, and inclusion across all academic and administrative dimensions. Throughout this period, the University established core policies on non-discrimination, equal employment, and inclusive education, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10. The report details actions taken to eliminate barriers that hinder participation of vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities, first-generation students, and socioeconomically disadvantaged learners.
AAU’s inclusive admission and scholarship policies have expanded opportunities for students from low-income families and refugee backgrounds, reinforcing the University’s role as a driver of social mobility and empowerment. Moreover, the Deanship of Student Affairs and the Sustainability & Global Ranking Center collaborated to implement outreach programs encouraging civic engagement, diversity awareness, and equitable participation in university life.
Special emphasis was placed on training academic staff to adopt inclusive pedagogues and support diverse learning needs. The University also developed community-oriented initiatives that bridge the gap between academia and society—such as volunteer programs, inclusive cultural events, and capacity-building workshops targeting marginalized youth.
The 2023–2024 report marks a crucial stage in institutionalizing equality-driven governance structures at AAU. It sets the baseline for continuous assessment of inclusion indicators and for integrating equity considerations across all sustainability goals. Through these initiatives, AAU reaffirms its vision of fostering a just, accessible, and inclusive educational environment for all.
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