Our Commitment
Caraga State University’s Commitment Statement to the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Caraga State University (CSU) is steadfast in its dedication to addressing and advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The university recognizes that higher education institutions play a pivotal role in fostering a sustainable future through impactful teaching, research, community engagement, and global partnerships. By aligning its strategic initiatives with the SDGs, CSU aims to contribute substantially to local and global efforts to tackle pressing challenges such as poverty, good health and well-being, quality education, environmental degradation, and climate change.
The SDGs, adopted by all United Nations member states in 2015, represent a universal call to action to eradicate poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all by 2030. With 17 interlinked goals, the framework promotes integrated approaches that balance social, economic, and environmental dimensions. CSU’s commitment to these goals is embedded in its mission to empower communities through education, research, innovation, and extension, exactly the pillars of the university.
Alignment of LIKHA with the Government Thrusts and Priorities
The alignment of LIKHA’s goals with global, national, and regional development frameworks underscores its commitment to holistic and sustainable progress.
The adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a guiding framework reflects LIKHA’s acknowledgment of the interconnected challenges and opportunities on a global scale. With specific emphasis on SDGs such as quality education, industry innovation, and sustainable communities, LIKHA ensures its initiatives contribute meaningfully to the broader global development agenda.
Furthermore, the alignment with President Ferdinand “Bong-Bong” Marcos, Jr.’s 8-point socio-economic agenda speaks to the university’s dedication to national priorities. By integrating LIKHA’s goals with key points of the agenda—such as infrastructure development and poverty reduction—the university positions itself as a vital contributor to the country’s economic and social advancement. This alignment facilitates a synergistic approach, where the university’s efforts resonate with and complement national strategies for inclusive growth.
At the regional level, the alignment with the Caraga Regional Development Plan (RDP) demonstrates LIKHA’s responsiveness to local needs and aspirations. As declared in the Caraga RDP 2023-2028, the Region shall now capitalize on the mutual benefits of industrialization and innovation through its new overall strategy to industrialize and innovate Fishery, Agro-Forestry, Mining, and Ecotourism (FAME) sectors or the i2FAME. By tailoring its goals to align with the specific targets and priorities outlined in the regional plan, LIKHA ensures that its initiatives are contextually relevant and directly contribute to the sustainable development of Caraga. This regional focus fosters a sense of community engagement and ownership, creating a shared vision for the advancement of the region.
In summary, the alignment of LIKHA’s goals with thrusts and priorities of the national government creates a comprehensive and harmonized approach to development. This strategic alignment not only positions CSU as a catalyst for positive change but also reinforces its commitment to being a transformative force in the pursuit of holistic and inclusive progress at the global, national, and regional levels.
This image was taken during the visit of Dr. Rolyn Daguil, CSU President, at Hannam University, South Korea for possible international partnership. Present during the meeting was the Hannam U President, and two of his former Professors
The meeting with Hannam University President, Dr. Kwang-sup Lee, together with Professor Sung and Professor Lee (both are former Professors of Dr. Rolyn Daguil), and Internationalization Director of HNU was both heart-warming and productive. Dr. Daguil expressed his gratitude to his alma mater and the generosity of President Lee to meet and receive the CSU delegates. Prof. Sung and Prof. Lee, both retired, also expressed how proud and grateful they were of that their PhD student is now a University President in the Philippines. These patriotic professors also emphasized to the HNU President the importance of this first official meeting with CSU and the future collaboration between HNU and CSU.
During the meeting, both the Philippines and Korean delegation expressed their commitment to become sister universities through a Memorandum of Understanding and by establishing a strong and sustainable partnership between the two universities.
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