UA has been showcasing unwavering dedication to the SDGs since 2017, engaging in a diverse range of initiatives aimed at contributing to their achievement. Notable examples include:

SDG 1: No Poverty

• UA actively engages in community service initiatives, such as collecting and distributing food and clothing to individuals and communities in need.

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being

• UA has organized 3 editions of the Wellness and Mental Health Week, which promotes mental well-being among the community and raises awareness about the importance of mental health care.
  Read more: 
  - First Edition
  - Second Edition: Flourish Your Well-being
  - Third Edition: Turn Your Ill-being Into Well-being
• UA organized a snowshoeing activity, providing students with the opportunity to explore the winter landscape through a guided snowshoeing escapade. By participating in this adventure, students improved their physical well-being, developed environmental awareness, practiced responsible outdoor habits, and strengthened community bonds.
  Read more: Hiking in the Winter Wonderland
• UA offers the Diploma in Mountain Guide and Outdoor Activities to graduate a new generation of mountain and outdoor practitioners. The program aims to equip students with skills related to nature, adventure, and mental wellness. It also focuses on mountain environment protection, sustainability, and mountain rescue.
  
  

SDG 4: Quality Education

• UA’s Office of Strategic Initiatives and Quality Assurance (ISAQ) and Quality Assurance Policy ensure excellence and continuous improvement in the quality of education delivered.
• UA has partnered with MMKN, allowing UA students to volunteer to teach underprivileged students, particularly those enrolled in public schools, and help them prepare for their official exams.
  Read more: Sharing Knowledge and Networking for Everyone’s Benefits...

SDG 5: Gender Equality

• UA is committed to reducing inequality and promoting equal opportunities for all, with a policy set and implemented to foster gender equality and create a more inclusive university community. In addition, initiatives such as ensuring gender equality in all positions and participating in the European project, WE4LEAD, aim to create a more inclusive and equitable society.
• In honor of International Women’s Day, UA organized the “Women in Gold” panel to celebrate the strength, resilience, and accomplishments of women from diverse backgrounds. This initiative has fostered gender equality and empowered women to realize their full potential.
  Read more: UA Women in Gold

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

• UA organized a workshop exploring the symbiotic relationship between the environment and digital transformation in business and education. Students examined the mutual influence on global human life, discovering innovative solutions and opportunities.
  Read more: Environment and Digital Transformation
• UA takes part in an annual beach cleanup in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Human Environmental Association for Development (HEAD), and several universities. The objective is to raise awareness about environmental issues, engage the community, and minimize pollution’s harmful effects on coastal ecosystems.
• UA is implementing various measures to create an environmentally friendly campus, including the installation of recycling bins, designated smoking zones, and the expansion of green areas.

SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

• UA is implementing various measures to create an environmentally friendly campus, including the installation of recycling bins, designated smoking zones, and the expansion of green areas.
• UA has partnered with STOP Plastique, an NGO focused on reducing plastic waste. This collaboration aims to tackle the issue of plastic pollution through joint initiatives and awareness campaigns.
  Read more: 
  - An MOU Signing between UA and STOP Plastique
  - Break Free From Plastic

SDG 13: Climate Action

• UA has established the Green Club, a student-led initiative that organizes and participates in activities such as tree planting, recycling campaigns, hiking trips, and awareness sessions on various topics related to Goals 13, 14, and 15. The Green Club is affiliated with the Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) and is part of its Clubs Leaders Étudiants Francophones (CLEF).
• UA organized a workshop to deepen the understanding of bee biology, honey production processes, and the diverse range of honey varieties found in Lebanon. Participants also had a honey tasting experience with 5 Lebanese honey varieties.
  Read more: The Whole Story Behind Honey

SDG 14: Life Below Water

• UA takes part in an annual beach cleanup in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Human Environmental Association for Development (HEAD), and several universities. The objective is to raise awareness about environmental issues, engage the community, and minimize pollution’s harmful effects on coastal ecosystems.

SDG 15: Life on Land

• UA offers the Diploma in Mountain Guide and Outdoor Activities to graduate a new generation of mountain and outdoor practitioners. The program aims to equip students with skills related to nature, adventure, and mental wellness. It also focuses on mountain environment protection, sustainability, and mountain rescue.
• UA takes part in an annual beach cleanup in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Human Environmental Association for Development (HEAD), and several universities. The objective is to raise awareness about environmental issues, engage the community, and minimize pollution’s harmful effects on coastal ecosystems.
• UA is implementing various measures to create an environmentally friendly campus, including the installation of recycling bins, designated smoking zones, and the expansion of green areas.
• UA has actively engaged in reforestation projects, recognizing the importance of restoring and preserving natural ecosystems, through organizing tree planting initiatives that contribute to the expansion of green spaces and the conservation of biodiversity.
  Read more: 
  - Reviving Nature’s Beauty
  - A Hike to Reforest
• UA organizes hiking trips that allow the community to connect with nature, fostering a sense of appreciation for the environment and promoting physical well-being.
  Read more: 
  - The Hiking Club is Back on Track!
  - A Day to Remember: Lost in Nature!
  - Hiking Trip to Wadi El Salib
  - Hiking Trip to Dhour El Choueir
  - Reviving Nature’s Beauty: A Reforestation and Hiking Trip
  - A Hike to Reforest
  - Hiking Trip to Balou Balaa
  - Hiking Trip to Jabal Moussa Natural Reserve
• UA celebrates Wetlands Day by participating in activities that raise awareness about the importance of wetland ecosystems and their conservation.
  Read more: 
  - Wetlands Day
• UA organized a workshop to deepen the understanding of bee biology, honey production processes, and the diverse range of honey varieties found in Lebanon. Participants also had a honey tasting experience with 5 Lebanese honey varieties.
  Read more: The Whole Story Behind Honey
• UA students participated in the activity “Bird National Feeding Day” to address the issue of uncontrolled bird hunting in Lebanon, particularly in the Bekaa region.
  Read more: Protect Our Birds

SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

• UA offers the Diploma in Mountain Guide and Outdoor Activities to graduate a new generation of mountain and outdoor practitioners. The program aims to equip students with skills related to nature, adventure, and mental wellness. It also focuses on mountain environment protection, sustainability, and mountain rescue.
• UA has partnered with STOP Plastique, an NGO focused on reducing plastic waste. This collaboration aims to tackle the issue of plastic pollution through joint initiatives and awareness campaigns.
  Read more: 
  - An MOU Signing between UA and STOP Plastique
  - Break Free From Plastic
• UA has established a partnership with the Human Environmental Association for Development (HEAD) to engage in various environmental activities, including conservation projects, educational programs, and awareness-raising campaigns.
  Read more: 
  - Break Free From Plastic
  - Women’s Empowerment and Skills Learning 
  - Bees and Climate Change
  - Reviving Nature’s Beauty
• UA’s Language Center (LC) and Office of Student Affairs (OSA), in collaboration with the Institut français Deir El Qamar, held a screening and debate of the captivating film “Rouge,” which explores vital themes of environment and biodiversity.
  Read more: Movie Screening: “Rouge” (2020) by Farid Bentoumi

These examples showcase UA’s proactive approach to sustainable development and its commitment to addressing various aspects of the SDGs to create a positive impact in the local and global community. It is important to note that these activities and policies represent just a few of UA’s efforts in this regard.

Moreover, the SDGs are prominently displayed in the central gathering area of UA’s Hadat–Baabda Campus, with the purpose of raising awareness and promoting a deeper understanding of these global objectives among the community.