SDGs Commitment
Commitment to Achieving
Sustainable Development Goals
Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur
Rector's Decree Number: 111-1/KEP/SKT/A.7/1/2024
“ By 2037, Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur aims to be an excellent, information technology-based Islamic university contributing to the resolution of social and environmental issues. ”
In order to realize the university's active role in sustainable development encompassing economic, social, and environmental aspects, Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur (UMKT) establishes an institutional commitment to support the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Pillars of Sustainable Development (SDGs)
17 Sustainable Development Goals
🚫 1. No Poverty
🌾 2. Zero Hunger
💖 3. Good Health & Well-being
📚 4. Quality Education
⚖️ 5. Gender Equality
💧 6. Clean Water & Sanitation
☀️ 7. Affordable & Clean Energy
💼 8. Decent Work & Economic Growth
🏭 9. Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
📉 10. Reduced Inequalities
🏙️ 11. Sustainable Cities & Communities
♻️ 12. Responsible Consumption & Production
🌍 13. Climate Action
🐟 14. Life Below Water
🌳 15. Life on Land
🕊️ 16. Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
🤝 17. Partnerships for the Goals
UMKT Policy Focus
UMKT supports the resolution of social and environmental issues at the national and regional levels through various integrated policies:
Organizational Governance: Implementing the principles of good university governance transparently, accountably, and sustainably.
Academic Freedom: Guaranteeing academic freedom and responsible academic forums for the entire academic community.
Creativity and Innovation: Fostering a learning and working environment that stimulates creativity and innovation.
Educational Equality: Providing equal opportunities for lifelong education and personal development without discrimination.
Poverty Alleviation: Prioritizing research and community service on solutions to unemployment and poverty alleviation.
Food Security and Well-being: Committing to support the achievement of zero hunger through the development of science, technology, and arts.
Inclusivity and Justice: Upholding the values of inclusion and social justice while rejecting all forms of discrimination.
Disability Accessibility: Providing policies and facilities that support accessibility for persons with disabilities.
Women's Empowerment: Guaranteeing the active participation of women in all academic activities and campus management.
Workers' Rights and Well-being: Establishing a fair wage system and ensuring a safe and healthy working environment.
Ethics and Protection: Enforcing anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-violence policies, as well as protecting victims.
Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery: Establishing and implementing comprehensive anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies.
Whistleblowing System: Providing a safe and confidential whistleblowing system.
Inclusive Partnerships: Establishing open and fair cooperation with various parties.
Sustainable Procurement: Implementing sustainable and environmentally friendly procurement policies for goods and services.
Sustainable Supply Chain: Encouraging partners and suppliers to implement sustainability principles.
Sustainable Investment: Implementing sustainable investment principles and considering divestment policies.
Energy and Climate Change: Promoting energy efficiency and contributing to climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Sustainable Water Management: Implementing water conservation and sustainable water resource management policies.
Resource Efficiency: Implementing the principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle (3R) in resource management.
Plastic Reduction: Establishing policies to reduce the use of plastics and single-use items.
Waste Management: Managing waste, including hazardous and toxic materials, in accordance with legal regulations.
Reducing Waste to Landfill: Minimizing waste disposal to landfills through integrated waste management.
Environmental Conservation: Organizing conservation activities and combating water, air, and soil pollution.
Biodiversity: Protecting and preserving biodiversity within the campus environment.
Aquatic Ecosystems: Supporting the management of aquatic ecosystems and the reduction of marine pollution.
Healthy Campus: Creating a healthy, smoke-free campus environment and providing hygienic food.
Health and Well-being: Developing health facilities for the academic community and the public.
Sustainable Transport: Developing an environmentally friendly campus transportation system.
Green Open Spaces: Optimizing the utilization of green open spaces and campus conservation areas.
Cultural Preservation: Actively participating in the maintenance and preservation of tangible and intangible cultural heritage.