Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) has embedded the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across our teaching and learning, research, administration, and governance frameworks to the best of our ability. Through systematic integration into curriculum design, research priorities, and campus practices, we foster a culture of sustainability. This approach equips our staff and students to contribute meaningfully to environmental and social progress through education and collaborative action.
Our staff must complete the mandatory compliance training, which includes a specific module on “Anti-discrimination laws of Hong Kong” to promote equal opportunities on the campus, and ensure staff are well-informed and committed to upholding the relevant laws. The Human Resources Office further supports this commitment through events and activities on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. For ongoing engagement, the SDG@HRO e-newsletters provide valuable insights and updates on workplace sustainability. Click here to stay updated with our sustainability news and activities.
Our vision of education extends well beyond traditional academia. We are dedicated to providing a comprehensive suite of events, interactive workshops, and collaborative knowledge-sharing sessions that span various departments and services. These programmes are carefully crafted to cultivate a community of civically engaged individuals who are not just aware of their environmental responsibilities but are also proactive in championing sustainability initiatives.
HKBU integrates the SDGs into its curriculum, cultivating environmental awareness through various academic programmes, credit-bearing courses and extracurricular activities.
Academic Programmes
HKBU offers a range of academic programmes that embed sustainability. For example,
Credit-Bearing Courses
Facilitated by the Centre for Innovative Service-Learning (CISL), the service-learning courses blend academic learning with community service, empowering students to creatively address community needs. For example,
As reported in our Sustainability Report 2023-24, a total of 572 courses at HKBU incorporated SDG-related elements.
Extracurricular Activities
Offered by TriAngle of CISL, the Social Innovation Kick-start Fund helps HKBU students implement innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges. During a one-year incubation period, this funding initiative provides financial and developmental assistance, fostering the growth and success of young social entrepreneurs.
The Leadership Qualities Centre of the Office of Student Affairs runs the Green Quest sustainability programme, and collaborates with local and international organisations to offer Citizenship and Community Engagement programmes, enabling students to tackle social and environmental issues with innovative solutions.
To learn more about our latest developments in sustainability, please refer to our annual Sustainability Report or visit our individual office websites below. For the latest updates, events, activities and opportunities to get involved, click here.
Estates Office: Oversees green building projects, tracks progress, and organises events, workshops and activities to promote a Low-carbon Campus and Green Living.
Human Resources Office: Provides resources, support, and conducts training workshops and seminars on Equal Opportunities and Inclusive Culture.