American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) strategically leverages its position and state-of-the-art facilities to initiate and participate in high-impact cross-sectoral dialogue about the SDGs. The university's 2024 activities show it acting as a key convener, creating a neutral and effective platform where academia, government, NGOs, and private industry can converge to co-create solutions. AIUB proactively hosts and organizes major conferences, workshops, and seminars, placing itself at the center of national conversations on critical SDG-related issues. For example, by hosting a seminar with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Government of Bangladesh's Department of Environment, AIUB facilitated dialogue on sustainable industrial practices (SDG 9, SDG 13). Similarly, the university-initiated policy engagement workshops on climate-smart agriculture, bringing together international partners like the World Bank, government bodies like the Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC), and academic consortiums. AIUB also fosters crucial public-private dialogue by hosting events with the Dhaka Chamber & Commerce Industry (DCCI) and global tech leaders like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Cisco. This role as a facilitator extends to justice and security, demonstrated by hosting a dialogue with Tourist Police Bangladesh and the 8th Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition, which involved the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These initiatives underscore AIUB's commitment to SDG 17, providing the essential collaborative spaces needed to advance innovation (SDG 9), climate action (SDG 13), and strong institutions (SDG 16).
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Key Cross-Sectoral SDG Dialogues, Conferences and Seminars of AIUB
Policy Engagement Workshop on collaborative research - "Social Innovation Through Technology Nudging: Developing a Behavioral Toolkit for Diffusing Solar Irrigation"
AIUB initiated a critical cross-sectoral dialogue by hosting the "Initiation of Policy Engagement Workshop" for a collaborative research project on solar irrigation on February 7, 2024. This event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including international partners (World Bank, ADPC, Durham University), national government (Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation - BADC, SREDA), and academia (AIUB, Rajshahi University, Khulna University). The workshop focused on developing a behavioral toolkit for diffusing solar irrigation, a technology crucial for achieving SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), and SDG 13 (Climate Action). This dialogue serves as a model for SDG 17, translating collaborative research into actionable national policy for sustainable development.
#SDG17 #SDG7 #SDG13 #SDG2 #AIUB #PolicyDialogue #CrossSectoral #Workshop #WorldBank #BADC #ClimateAction #SustainableAgriculture
Seminar on “Next Generation Environmental Purification System”
On May 18, 2024, AIUB hosted a seminar that initiated a cross-sectoral dialogue among an international cooperation agency (JICA), private industry (J-TOP Corporation), and the national government. Mr. Ziaul Haque, Director of the Department of Environment, GoB, attended as a special guest. This conference-style event focused on wastewater recycling technology for the garment industry, aiming to achieve Sustainable Development Goals. It provided a vital platform for industry leaders, government officials, and researchers to discuss and collaborate on technological solutions for environmental pollution, directly supporting SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 17 (Partnerships).
#SDG17 #SDG6 #SDG9 #SDG13 #AIUB #JICA #PolicyDialogue #Environment #Sustainability #GoB #CrossSectoral #DepartmentOfEnvironment
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/seminar-on-next-generation-environmental-purification-system
Panel Discussion on “Bangladeshi Students in German Higher Education -Prospects and Challenges”
AIUB jointly organized a hybrid panel discussion on March 20, 2024, fostering a cross-sectoral dialogue on international education and career pathways. The event brought together academia (AIUB, USET, AUST), a German foundation (Candid Foundation - an NGO), government representatives (Dr. Anwar Zahid, Director, Water Development Board, Government of Bangladesh; Mr. Tanvir Kabir, Counsellor, Embassy of Bangladesh, Berlin), and German-based industry professionals (Samsung Electro-Mechanics GmbH). This dialogue provided a platform to discuss opportunities and challenges for Bangladeshi students, promoting international mobility (SDG 4) and strengthening bilateral ties between Bangladesh and Germany (SDG 17). The involvement of multiple sectors ensured a holistic discussion on policy, academics, and industry.
#SDG17 #SDG4 #AIUB #PolicyDialogue #CrossSectoralDialogue #Germany #StudyAbroad #HigherEducation #Partnerships #DAAD #IndustryAcademia
Faculty from AIUB-IQAC attended the “24th National Renewable Energy Conference and Green Expo 2024”
AIUB faculty participated in a significant national cross-sectoral dialogue by attending the "24th National Renewable Energy Conference and Green Expo 2024" on May 22-23. This conference, organized by the University of Dhaka in collaboration with the Green Tech Foundation Bangladesh (NGO), featured high-level government and international stakeholders, including the Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (GoB), the Senior Secretary of the Power Division (GoB), and ambassadors from Germany and Sweden. AIUB's participation in this dialogue, which covered topics like solar, wind, and bioenergy, ensures the university remains part of the national conversation on achieving SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action) through multi-stakeholder partnerships (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG7 #SDG13 #AIUB #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #Conference #PolicyDialogue #GoB #GreenExpo
AIUB and Round Table Bangladesh Jointly Organize Insightful Session on "Student Tourism Security", Presented by Tourist Police Bangladesh
On June 11, 2024, AIUB initiated and participated in an insightful cross-sectoral dialogue on "Student Tourism Security." This session was a direct collaboration between academia (AIUB), an NGO (Round Table Bangladesh), and a specialized government unit (Tourist Police Bangladesh). Key speakers included the Superintendent of Police, Dhaka Region, Tourist Police. The dialogue, attended by over 250 participants, focused on safeguarding student travelers and leveraging technology to create a "Smart Tourist Police." This collaboration tackles issues of public safety and security (SDG 16) and promotes sustainable, safe tourism (SDG 8) through effective partnerships (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG16 #SDG8 #AIUB #CrossSectoral #Dialogue #Government #NGO #TouristPolice #SafeTourism
Certificate Awarding Ceremony of AIUB-DCCI Joint PGD Programs & Signing of Mou between AIUB & DCCI
AIUB participated in a significant cross-sectoral dialogue and partnership renewal with the Dhaka Chamber & Commerce Industry (DCCI), a prominent private sector organization (akin to an NGO in this context). The event on November 23, 2024, celebrated the joint Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) programs in trade, customs, VAT, and tax management. The signing of an MoU to continue this collaboration for another five years solidifies a long-term partnership. This dialogue, involving AIUB leadership, DCCI officials, and other corporate dignitaries, directly links academia with industry to enhance professional education (SDG 4), promote decent work (SDG 8), and build strong industry-academia linkages (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG8 #AIUB #DCCI #Partnerships #IndustryAcademia #PGD #Education #Dialogue #IndustryAcademia
8th Bangladesh Qualifying Rounds of the Philip C Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition Commences at AIUB
By hosting the 8th Bangladesh Qualifying Rounds of the Jessup Moot Court Competition in February 2024, AIUB initiated a major cross-sectoral dialogue on international law. This event brought together academia (40 universities), the national government (Advisor to the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs), and international government bodies (US Ambassador, US Department of Justice). This conference-like competition serves as a high-level dialogue platform for legal education, fostering expertise in international law. It is a critical partnership (SDG 17) for strengthening legal education (SDG 4) and promoting peace, justice, and strong institutions (SDG 16) in Bangladesh.
#SDG17 #SDG16 #SDG4 #AIUB #Jessup2024 #MootCourt #RuleOfLaw #PolicyDialogue #Government #CrossSectoral #MinistryOfForeignAffairs #DepartmentOfJustice #InternationalLaw
3rd International Conference on Computing Advancements (ICCA) held at AIUB
AIUB hosted the 3rd International Conference on Computing Advancements (ICCA) on October 17-18, 2024. This event, organized in cooperation with ACM SIGAPP, served as a major platform for cross-sectoral dialogue between global academia and industry professionals. The conference attracted researchers from around the globe, featuring 8 keynote speeches from prominent academics (from Japan, Malaysia, USA, UK, Australia) and 145 accepted papers. This large-scale international dialogue bridges the gap between academic research and industry practice, establishing a forum for sharing innovations in AI, cryptography, and healthcare technology. This directly fosters global partnerships (SDG 17) to drive industry, innovation, and infrastructure (SDG 9).
#SDG17 #SDG9 #AIUB #ICCA2024 #Conference #Innovation #Research #Computing #GlobalPartnership #AcademiaIndustry #Conference #Research
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/3rd-international-conference-on-computing-advancements-icca-held-at-aiub-
7th ICIEOM hosted by AIUB
AIUB hosted the 7th IEOM Bangladesh International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management from December 21-23, 2024. This event was a significant cross-sectoral dialogue, bringing together researchers from 15 different countries to present 141 papers. The conference featured 13 keynote speeches from prominent figures in academia (from AIUB, University of Michigan-Flint, McMaster University, etc.) and industry (Walton Digi-Tech, BKMEA, Metrocem Ispat). This international dialogue focused on topics like Sustainability, Green Systems, and Supply Chain Management, directly aligning with SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by fostering global knowledge-sharing and partnerships (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG9 #SDG12 #AIUB #ICIEOM #Conference #Sustainability #Innovation #GlobalPartnership #IndustryAcademia #InternationalConference
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/7th-icieom-hosted-by-aiub
JICA delegates visited AIUB Campus
The visit of delegates from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on May 18, 2024, was a significant cross-sectoral dialogue between AIUB, an international cooperation agency (NGO-like), and the national government. The presence of Mr. Ziaul Haque, Director of the Department of Environment, GoB, alongside JICA's chief representative and AIUB's leadership, turned the visit into a trilateral dialogue. The discussion focused on future collaboration in various modalities, highlighting AIUB's potential role in national development projects. This partnership (SDG 17) directly links AIUB's academic and infrastructural resources with national environmental policies (SDG 13) and international development goals (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG13 #AIUB #JICA #Dialogue #GoB #DepartmentOfEnvironment #Partnerships #Sustainability
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/jica-delegates-visited-aiub-campus
AWS User Group Bangladesh hosted the 4th edition of “AWS Community Day Bangladesh” at AIUB
On May 18, 2024, AIUB participated in a major cross-sectoral dialogue by hosting the "AWS Community Day Bangladesh 2024." This event brought together over 300 cloud professionals and enthusiasts, fostering a dialogue between academia (AIUB), global industry leaders (Amazon Web Services - AWS), and local tech companies (Brain Station 23 PLC, Selise Digital Platforms). The event included a panel discussion on AI with CEOs from multiple tech companies and a career fest organized by BDJobs.com. This initiative serves as a crucial partnership (SDG 17) to bridge the skills gap, promote innovation (SDG 9), and support economic growth (SDG 8) by connecting students directly with industry demands.
#SDG17 #SDG9 #SDG8 #AIUB #AWS #CommunityDay #Tech #Innovation #IndustryAcademia #Dialogue
AIUB Hosts the Cisco IoT Hackathon 2024
AIUB initiated a significant cross-sectoral dialogue by hosting the "Cisco IoT Hackathon 2024" on November 2, 2024. This event, in partnership with global industry leader Cisco, brought together 125 programming teams from educational institutions across the country. This dialogue took the form of a competition, challenging students to create innovative IoT solutions for real-world problems, such as smart farm management and assistive devices for cerebral palsy. This collaboration between academia (AIUB) and a multinational corporation (Cisco) directly fosters partnerships (SDG 17) to drive innovation (SDG 9) and develop practical, sustainable technology solutions (SDG 3, SDG 2).
#SDG17 #SDG9 #SDG3 #AIUB #Cisco #IoTHackathon #Innovation #TechForGood #IndustryAcademia #Dialogue #Conference
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-hosts-the-cisco-iot-hackathon-2024
15th National Undergraduate Mathematics Olympiad 2024 (Dhaka North Region) held at AIUB
By hosting the 15th National Undergraduate Mathematics Olympiad (Dhaka North Region) on December 13, 2024, AIUB initiated a crucial cross-sectoral dialogue within the academic community. The event brought together 112 students from 22 different universities, along with renowned academicians like Dr. Babul Hasan (Dhaka University) and Professor Dr. Shaikh Suhrabuddin (Founding Secretary, Bangladesh Mathematics Society). This conference-style competition fosters a collaborative spirit (SDG 17) among universities to promote and celebrate foundational STEM education (SDG 4). It serves as a vital platform for dialogue and networking among the nation's brightest mathematical talents, strengthening the entire higher education ecosystem.
#SDG17 #SDG4 #AIUB #MathOlympiad #NUMO2024 #STEM #Academia #Dialogue #Collaboration #Conference #STEM #HigherEducation
NASA Space Apps Challenge Bangladesh 2024 Successfully Held at AIUB
Following the sponsorship, AIUB successfully hosted the NASA Space Apps Challenge 2024 on October 4-5. This event, in collaboration with the NGO BASIS, functioned as a massive, 36-hour research programme where over 3,000 participants from nine cities worked to tackle the SDGs through innovation. The hackathon united technologists, scientists, and designers to create solutions for global challenges. This partnership (SDG 17) between academia (AIUB) and a key industry NGO (BASIS) exemplifies a large-scale effort to foster innovation (SDG 9), promote quality education (SDG 4), and build sustainable communities (SDG 11).
#SDG17 #SDG9 #SDG4 #AIUB #BASIS #NASA #SpaceApps #Hackathon #Innovation #STEM #NGO #Partnerships #collaborationWithNGOs #TackleTheSDGs
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/nasa-space-apps-challenge-bangladesh-2024-successfully-held-at-aiub
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