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Saraha News
23-07-2025
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- Saraha News
Zain Renews Partnership with 'LOYAC' and Rehabilitates Um Al-Yanabee School in Ajloun
صراحة نيوز- Ajloun, July 23rd, 2025 – As part of its corporate social responsibility and ongoing commitment to supporting local communities, underprivileged groups, and the education sector, Zain Jordan announced the renewal of its strategic partnership with LOYAC Foundation through the 'Homes' program. The initiative aims to renovate and rehabilitate several schools and public facilities across various governorates in the Kingdom. Under this partnership, Zain supported the renovation project of Um Al-Yanabee Mixed Elementary School in Ajloun Governorate this year, benefiting around 90 students. The project was implemented with the participation of a group of youth volunteers, offering hands-on volunteering and training experience that promotes teamwork, cultural exchange, and skills development. The renovation work included painting the school's eight classrooms, corridors, outdoor areas, and doors, as well as creating murals, repairing restrooms and drinking water areas, renewing electrical installations and adding new lighting units. Openings were added above classroom doors to allow natural sunlight in, and green spaces were planted on school grounds to promote a healthier environment. General maintenance was also carried out on school furniture, fences, and other facilities. This initiative reflects Zain's ongoing support for the education sector in Jordan and its commitment to creating an optimal learning environment that enhances students' academic experience and performance. It also aligns with the company's mission to encourage youth engagement, while developing their personal and professional skills—contributing to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-being, SDG 4: Quality Education, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, which Zain integrates across all its sustainability programs and initiatives. This partnership is a continuation of the fruitful collaboration between Zain and LOYAC, which began in 2018. Over the years, Zain has supported the rehabilitation of seven schools across multiple governorates, including: Othman Bin Affan School, Najda Boys Elementary School, Najda Mixed Elementary School in Jerash Governorate, Jil'ad Mixed Elementary School in Balqa Governorate, Afnaan Mixed Elementary School in Madaba Governorate, Al-Basiliya School in Al-Jeeza District, and Al-Qastal School Additionally, Zain supported LOYAC's 'Your Future with Zain' internship program, launched last year, which provided 40 internship opportunities to university students and recent graduates in Jordan to help develop their practical and professional skills.
Al Anbat News
23-07-2025
- General
- Al Anbat News
Zain Renews Partnership with 'LOYAC' and Rehabilitates Um Al-Yanabee School in Ajloun
الأنباط - As part of its corporate social responsibility and ongoing commitment to supporting local communities, underprivileged groups, and the education sector, Zain Jordan announced the renewal of its strategic partnership with LOYAC Foundation through the "Homes' program. The initiative aims to renovate and rehabilitate several schools and public facilities across various governorates in the Kingdom. Under this partnership, Zain supported the renovation project of Um Al-Yanabee Mixed Elementary School in Ajloun Governorate this year, benefiting around 90 students. The project was implemented with the participation of a group of youth volunteers, offering hands-on volunteering and training experience that promotes teamwork, cultural exchange, and skills development. The renovation work included painting the school's eight classrooms, corridors, outdoor areas, and doors, as well as creating murals, repairing restrooms and drinking water areas, renewing electrical installations and adding new lighting units. Openings were added above classroom doors to allow natural sunlight in, and green spaces were planted on school grounds to promote a healthier environment. General maintenance was also carried out on school furniture, fences, and other facilities. This initiative reflects Zain's ongoing support for the education sector in Jordan and its commitment to creating an optimal learning environment that enhances students' academic experience and performance. It also aligns with the company's mission to encourage youth engagement, while developing their personal and professional skills—contributing to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-being, SDG 4: Quality Education, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, which Zain integrates across all its sustainability programs and initiatives. This partnership is a continuation of the fruitful collaboration between Zain and LOYAC, which began in 2018. Over the years, Zain has supported the rehabilitation of seven schools across multiple governorates, including: Othman Bin Affan School, Najda Boys Elementary School, Najda Mixed Elementary School in Jerash Governorate, Jil'ad Mixed Elementary School in Balqa Governorate, Afnaan Mixed Elementary School in Madaba Governorate, Al-Basiliya School in Al-Jeeza District, and Al-Qastal School Additionally, Zain supported LOYAC's "Your Future with Zain' internship program, launched last year, which provided 40 internship opportunities to university students and recent graduates in Jordan to help develop their practical and professional skills.
The Star
06-07-2025
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- The Star
‘Sustainability in our DNA'
SUSTAINABILITY is part of the identity and way of life at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), says Prof Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Mohamed. The USM vice-chancellor affirmed that the varsity is deeply rooted in its commitment to sustainable development and practices that have a tangible impact on society, the nation and the world. Prof Abdul Rahman was responding to USM's performance as Malaysia's highest-ranked institution in the recently released Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings 2025. The varsity sits in joint 14th position with National Taiwan University in the overall ranking, up from 18th place last year. 'This achievement is the result of the collective efforts of the entire USM community. 'Sustainability has become an integrated culture across all aspects of administration, academics and campus life. 'It is not merely an effort to secure a strong position, but part of our identity and work ethic,' he said in a statement. The varsity also topped the global rankings in three of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It came first for SDG 1 (no poverty), SDG 16 (peace, justice and strong institutions), and joint first with Universiti Malaya (UM) for SDG 17 (partnerships for the goals). In total, 65% of USM's performance falls within the world's top 100, including SDG 2 (zero hunger), SDG 3 (good health and well-being), SDG 5 (gender equality), SDG 6 (clean water and sanitation), SDG 7 (affordable and clean energy), SDG 11 (sustainable cities and communities), SDG 14 (life below water), and SDG 15 (life on land). Meanwhile, Universiti Malaya (UM) - the country's second highest-ranked university - secured joint 25th position with King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia. Besides sharing first place with USM for SDG 17, UM was ranked fourth globally in SDG 1 for its strong student support systems - including financial aid, affordable housing and transportation - and outreach to marginalised communities. It also leads the Asia region in sixth place for SDG 14, and ranks joint seventh globally for SDG 11 due to its green campus efforts and sustainability policies, and 12th for SDG 15 for its leadership in biodiversity conservation and environmental education. Commenting on UM's number one global ranking in SDG 17 with a 99.8% score, its vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Seri Dr Noor Azuan Abu Osman called it a testament to the university's shared vision and collective effort. 'This recognition reaffirms our unwavering commitment to the cause of sustainable and future-driven development. 'It reflects how strategic sustainable plans have been transformed into practical realities - benefiting not only our immediate community, but future generations and the world as a whole,' he said in a statement. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Sunway University are the other two Malaysian universities that made their way into the top 100 of the rankings. UKM climbed to joint 53rd while Sunway University ranks 81st, up from the 201–300 band. In total, Malaysia has 34 universities in the rankings. Other Malaysian universities that stood out in individual categories include Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA), which ranks 18th for SDG 7; Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), 41st place for SDG 10 (reduced inequalities); and UKM, 26th position for SDG 12 (responsible consumption and production). The seventh edition of the University Impact Rankings was released on June 18 by THE, publisher of the globally recognised THE World University Rankings. The rankings are the only global performance tables that assess universities against the UN SDGs across four broad areas - research, stewardship, outreach and teaching. Universities are ranked across 18 tables: one overall ranking and 17 tables representing each individual SDG. A record 2,526 universities were ranked globally from 130 countries, with Asian universities claiming more than half of the rankings for the first time. THE chief global affairs officer Phil Baty said: 'Universities worldwide are stepping up to help the world take on its most pressing grand challenges, from the climate crisis to delivering economic growth to supporting peace and justice across the world. 'Asia is leading the way on the sustainability agenda. 'Asia's clear dominance of the rankings in terms of overall representation, and so many outstanding individual university performances, including several world number-one positions for individual SDGs, shows that when it comes to universities' social and economic impact, the world will increasingly look to Asia.' For more information, visit
India Today
20-06-2025
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- India Today
Australian University's groundwater initiative transforms 20,000 Indian villages
Western Sydney University's work on the MARVI project in India has reached over 3 lakh households in more than 20,000 villages across seven states. The project focuses on improving groundwater use and irrigation security through local management. In Rajasthan's Dharta watershed, the Village Groundwater Cooperative model, based on the '4S' approach -- Scrutiny, Store, Share, Sustain—is helping farmers manage shared water university is also training NGOs, government staff, and water professionals, supporting long-term water management and capacity building. These efforts contributed to Western Sydney's 9th place global ranking for SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) in the latest Times Higher Education Impact Professor George Williams described the repeated ranking success as proof of the university's role in delivering public good and effective community partnerships. He emphasised that the ranking measures real-world outcomes -- not just academic metrics .Chancellor Professor Jennifer Westacott also praised the MARVI program, highlighting its focus on female groundwater volunteers, known as Bhujal Jaankars, and its support for women-led water said the program empowers farmers to make informed crop choices based on water availability, reinforcing both community engagement and skill development.\HOW DID UNIVERSITY PERFORMadvertisement4th worldwide for SDG15 (Life on Land)7th for SDG5 (Gender Equality)8th for SDG13 (Climate Action) and SDG12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)9th for SDGs 17,6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), and 11 (Sustainable Cities)10th for SDG14 (Life Below Water) and SDG7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)The THE Impact Rankings assess universities on teaching, research, operations, policy, and outreach -- all tied to positive societal and environmental workThis year's No.1 positioning underscores Western Sydney University's position at the forefront of universities applying knowledge to service communities and the planet.
Morocco World
19-06-2025
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- Morocco World
UIR Tops National Rankings for Commitment to Sustainable Development
Rabat – The International University of Rabat (UIR) has secured the highest national ranking in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, marking its third consecutive year at the top among Moroccan universities. The rankings, released on Wednesday, reflect the performance of 2,526 universities across 130 countries and regions in meeting the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UIR shares the first-place position in Morocco with Ibn Tofail University. The recognition shows the university's efforts in areas such as partnerships for development (SDG 17), decent work and economic growth (SDG 8), peace and strong institutions (SDG 16), and sustainable production and consumption (SDG 12). This achievement stems from the daily work of the university's faculty, staff, and students, whose projects, research, and outreach initiatives align closely with the UN's global roadmap for sustainability. The university has gradually anchored the SDGs into its academic priorities, public engagement, and institutional planning. More than a place for instruction, UIR positions itself as a space for applied knowledge and impact. From supporting inclusive economic models to fostering peace-centered governance research, the university builds links between global goals and local action. Earlier this month, UIR welcomed nearly 3,700 students from across Morocco for a two-day open house. The large attendance bears witness to the growing appeal of the university and strengthens its growing reputation as a top-tier institution nationally and internationally. Tags: EducationMoroccoMorocco educationUIR
