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17.2.1
SDG 17.2.1:Relationships with regional NGOs and government for SDG policy.
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SDG 17.2.1:Relationships with regional NGOs and government for SDG policy.
Qassim University actively uses the Sustainable Development Center (SDC) to strengthen its vital relationships with regional government agencies and relevant non-governmental organizations. These partnerships are a critical strategy as they ensure that the university's local SDG initiatives are aligned with national development plans such as Saudi Vision 2030, while at the same time meeting the specific needs of the Qassim region.
The university serves as an essential knowledge partner, leveraging its academic expertise to provide government bodies (such as GASTAT and the Ministry of Energy) with data, research findings, and technical consultation. This input is critical for informing and shaping evidence-based regional policy related to sustainable energy, public health, and quality education.
Simultaneously, the SDC works with NGOs to facilitate community engagement and awareness campaigns, helping to translate global sustainability targets into actionable, on-the-ground programs.
This collaborative model, which directly supports SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), significantly strengthens local development capacity and ensures the effective implementation of a robust regional sustainability policy.
Policy Engagement and Adaptive Management via Community Partnership Directorate in qassim university
The partnership directorate serves as the interface between the university and external policy stakeholders (government, NGOs, private sector), ensuring direct input. Its dedicated Partnerships Unit systematically analyzes community data and prepares periodic reports that act as policy recommendations for decision-makers.
Qassim University: Research-Driven SDG Policy
Qassim University's Deanship of Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research strengthens its policy relationship by providing "Sustainable Development Research Grants" to faculty. These grants ensure that academic output directly aligns with national priorities and regional development needs identified by stakeholders. The funded research generates specialized data and analysis which is systematically used as a direct source of evidence-based input into policy recommendations for government and regional NGOs, effectively connecting scholarship with strategic SDG policymaking.
Funded research produces specialized data and analysis that is systematically used as a direct source of evidence-based input into policy recommendations to government and regional NGOs, effectively linking scientific research to strategic policymaking related to the SDGs.
MoU Mandating Joint Policy Research on National Family Affairs
Qassim University reinforces its policy relationship by signing an MoU with the Family Affairs Council, a key government-linked body. This formal agreement explicitly mandates joint research and collaboration focusing on national family priorities.
This direct partnership ensures that the university's academic and research expertise is leveraged to achieve Vision 2030's family development goals, which align with social SDGs, providing a structured channel for policy-relevant output.
Qassim University Earns NORA 2023 Accreditation for NEA Excellence
Qassim University obtained the accreditation certificate for the National Enterprise Architecture (NORA) 2023, recognizing its excellence in applying the National Enterprise Architecture (NEA) framework
Sustainability-Focused Diploma Admission and Training Rules
The policy confirms practical training is a graduation requirement, reflecting a commitment to sustainability in graduate employability. Passing professional certificates is explicitly equated with mandatory experiential learning, supporting sustainability-aligned skill acquisition.
Policy for Aligning Applied College Programs with Labor Market Needs
The policy mandates that Applied College programs must be flexible and continuously developed to align with current and future labor market requirements. This ensures the university meets regional and national needs by qualifying graduates in demand-driven professional paths.
Policy for Sustainable Community Engagement and Social Impact
Qassim University's external partnerships, such as the MoU with the Family Affairs Council, mandate the establishment of an internal Policy for Sustainable Community Engagement and Social Impact. This policy ensures the University's initiatives, which translate national strategies into action, are delivered in a consistent, effective, and sustainable manner. It governs the management of resources, faculty participation, and continuity of outreach programs, thereby solidifying the University’s role as a reliable, long-term community partner that contributes to the social sustainability of the Qassim region.
Sustainability-Aligned Research Affiliation Policy
The university document confirms a mandatory sustainability policy requiring researchers to adhere to the correct institutional affiliation (Qassim University) for externally funded publications. This ensures sustainability-aligned research output complies with grant terms and maintains institutional integrity.
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