Partnerships with international institutions for sharing, harmonizing, and analyzing sustainability and SDG performance data.
Introduction:
Palestine Ahliya University (PAU) actively participates in international cooperation efforts related to data collection and measurement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through its research centers and academic programs, the university contributes to the generation, analysis, and dissemination of sustainability data that inform evidence-based policymaking and global reporting frameworks. PAU engages in research collaborations and surveys that assess sustainability performance within the university and the broader community, aligning its methodologies with international standards for SDG indicators. Programs such as the Master’s in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics and the Master’s in International Economics and Development further enhance institutional capacity for data-driven research and policy evaluation. By integrating advanced data analytics, interdisciplinary research, and international collaboration, PAU plays a key role in strengthening the quality and availability of SDG-related data, supporting informed decision-making and sustainable development both locally and globally.
PAU advances SDG 17 through strong partnerships with local, regional, and international organizations.
These collaborations support research, capacity building, student opportunities, community development, and shared sustainability initiatives. By engaging with diverse stakeholders, PAU amplifies its impact and strengthens global cooperation toward achieving the SDGs.
To learn more read the report SDG 17
PAU’s Global‑Aligned Sustainability Survey Strengthens SDG Data Collaboration
Palestine Ahliya University (PAU) has conducted a comprehensive Sustainability Survey to assess the sustainability literacy and engagement of its campus community.The survey covers all dimensions of sustainability — environmental, social, and economic — and includes questions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The insights gained from two years of data collection are being used to shape targeted sustainability interventions, refine strategic planning, and inform institutional policy.
This initiative exemplifies PAU’s role in international SDG data collaboration, as the university systematically collects and analyzes sustainability‑related data in a manner compatible with global SDG frameworks. Such data-driven efforts not only support evidence-based decision-making at the institutional level but also contribute to broader international sustainability reporting and research. By sharing its survey methodology and findings, PAU strengthens its partnerships with global academic and policy networks and enhances transparency in SDG implementation.
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https://www.paluniv.edu.ps/eng/sustainability-survey/?utm_source=.com
PAU’s Sustainability Survey: Strengthening Global SDG Data Partnerships
Palestine Ahliya University (PAU) administers an annual Sustainability Survey for its campus community, covering environmental, social, and economic dimensions of sustainability. The survey aligns with the United Nations SDGs framework, assessing sustainability awareness, behavior, and institutional performance. The data collected over multiple years is analyzed to inform strategic planning, refine sustainability policies, and design interventions based on real evidence — ensuring the university’s sustainability strategy responds accurately to its community’s needs.
By systematically collecting SDG‑aligned data and analyzing it in a way that aligns with global sustainability standards, PAU demonstrates its commitment to international collaboration on SDG data. The survey results provide valuable, evidence-based inputs that can be shared with international universities, research networks, and policy bodies. This fosters cross-border knowledge exchange, improves data transparency, and strengthens global accountability mechanisms for SDG progress.
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https://www.paluniv.edu.ps/eng/sustainability-survey/?utm_source=.com
MA in AI & Data Analytics at PAU: Building Global Data Expertise
Palestine Ahliya University (PAU) offers a multidisciplinary MA in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics, designed to address the exponential growth of data in sectors like health, economy, education, and industry. The program trains graduates in advanced AI algorithms, machine learning, big data analysis, and ethical data practices. Students can choose between a thesis track or a comprehensive‑exam track, giving flexibility for research-focused or practice-oriented career paths. The mission of the program emphasizes serving the Palestinian community and beyond by producing data-savvy professionals who contribute to a knowledge-based, creative economy.
PAU’s MA in AI & Data Analytics strengthens the university’s capacity for international SDG data collaboration by developing highly skilled professionals who can collect, analyze, and interpret large-scale datasets in alignment with SDG indicators. Graduates of this program are equipped to contribute to global data ecosystems — whether in academia, government, research institutions, or private sector — thus supporting evidence-based policy making, cross‑border research partnerships, and sustainable development initiatives rooted in data-driven insights.
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https://www.paluniv.edu.ps/eng/ma-in-artificial-intelligence-and-data-analytics/
MA in International Economics & Development: Empowering Data‑Driven Development Scholars
Palestine Ahliya University (PAU) offers an MA in International Economics and Development, which equips students with strong analytical and economic-development skills to tackle global and local economic challenges. The program emphasizes applied economic analysis, development theory, and the use of statistical tools and econometric software. Through this training, graduates can contribute to sustainable development policymaking in sectors such as banking, ministry work, international institutions, and economic consulting.
By training specialists in international economics and development, PAU contributes to global SDG data ecosystems: its graduates are able to gather, analyze, and interpret development data to support evidence-based policymaking, international research collaborations, and cross-border economic development initiatives. This helps bridge gaps in data for SDG monitoring and promotes sustainable development policies informed by rigorous economic analysis.
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