SustainEDU
SustainEDU

SustainEDU

Advancing Sustainable Development in Higher Education

EduSDG: Higher Education for Sustainable Development in Kosovo and Albania strengthens the capacity of higher education institutions in Kosovo and Albania to integrate the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into teaching, research and innovation. The key lies in practical cooperation with partners from Poland and the Czech Republic, combining training, joint research and academic networking.

SustainEDU

Project Team

Mgr. Bc. Peřina Jiří

Mgr. Bc. Jiří Peřina

Petra Přibilová foto

Bc. Ing. Přibilová Petra, Ph.D.

Dagmar Palatová - projekty

Ing. Dagmar Palatová

Member of the Expert Team

Working Group Objectives

WP1 – Project Management

WP1 – Project Management

This work package focused on the overall management of the project and the coordination of all involved partners. The main tasks included setting up working procedures, ongoing monitoring of activity implementation, and managing financial and administrative processes. Emphasis was placed on effective team communication, regular reporting to the grant provider, and timely resolution of potential challenges to ensure the smooth progress of the entire project.

WP2 – Joint Cross-National Research

WP2 – Joint Cross-National Research

Mixed research teams from Poland, the Czech Republic, Kosovo and Albania will prepare a methodology, carry out data collection and analysis, and produce a joint report on the integration of SDGs in higher education.

WP3 – Thematic SDG Workshops

WP3 – Thematic SDG Workshops

Four two-day thematic workshops will strengthen academics’ skills in implementing the SDGs in practice: in Kosovo (SDG 3: Health and Well-being; SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth) and in Albania (SDG 5: Gender Equality; SDG 4: Quality Education). Each workshop makes use of interactive lessons, case studies and action plans.

WP4 – SDG 17 Partnerships Webinar

WP4 – SDG 17 Partnerships Webinar

A one-day online webinar for all workshop alumni is focused on partnerships for achieving the SDGs. The aim is to share good practices and deepen cooperation across institutions.

WP5 – Dissemination & Online Symposium

WP5 – Dissemination & Online Symposium

Comprehensive dissemination of results through the website, social media, press releases and local broadcasting (ATV), culminating in an online symposium with the participation of researchers and key stakeholders. Follow-up activities focus on integrating the SDGs into curricula, advanced training for academics, and student initiatives.

Summary Information about the Project

SustainEDU
  • Applicant — AAB College
  • Partners — NEWTON University, a.s., Powiślański University, The European University of Tirana
  • Project ID code — 22420068
  • Project duration — 1/10/2024 – 30/9/2025
  • Budget — EUR 28,388
  • Funding source — Visegrad+ Grant, call 2021, Call 2