[THEME: ACTION]///[YEAR: 2026]///[STATUS: ACTIVE]
The SDG Accord provides a shared commitment framework for universities and colleges to align with the Sustainable Development Goals and to report on progress over time. GRLI participates as an endorsing partner, encouraging its network to sign the Accord and use it to embed SDG priorities into institutional strategy, curriculum, and operations. By helping unify the higher education voice and generate comparable data on progress, the Accord supports accountability and mutual learning across institutions and regions.
GRLI's Role
Endorsing partner; encourages network participation and use as a strategy framework
Ownership
SDG Accord organisation (external)
Initiative Type
Partner-led (GRLI supported)
Impact
- Strengthens SDG alignment and reporting discipline in higher education
- Provides shared data and visibility for the sector's contribution to the SDGs