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12/25/24, 11:39 AM Ajman University: Gold Winner in the Middle East for sustainable education action
Dr. Karim Seghir, Chancellor of Ajman University: "Receiving the Gold Category for the Middle East
region at the QS Reimagine Education Awards 2024 for Sustainability Education Action is a powerful
validation of our commitment to sustainability. It invigorates our efforts to engage youth and communities
in impactful environmental action, driving meaningful change in alignment with the UAE’s sustainability

objectives."

Spearheaded by Ajman University's Office of Sustainability, in partnership with Al Zorah Development
Private Company and Quest for Adventure, the initiative engages students and local communities in the
preservation and restoration of vital mangrove ecosystems, highlighting Ajman University’s pivotal role

in advancing a sustainable future.

Reflecting on this significant achievement, Dr. Karim Seghir, Chancellor of Ajman University, said,
"Receiving the Gold Category for the Middle East region at the QS Reimagine Education Awards 2024
for Sustainability Education Action is a powerful validation of our commitment to sustainability. It
invigorates our efforts to engage youth and communities in impactful environmental action, driving

meaningful change in alignment with the UAE’s sustainability objectives."

Beyond planting, the project incorporates a variety of educational programs and workshops designed to
raise awareness about critical environmental issues and equip participants with the skills and knowledge
needed to tackle environmental challenges. This empowerment fosters local advocacy and drives

positive community impact. The project demonstrates how academic institutions can lead meaningful
climate action while creating transformative learning experiences.

Moreover, the initiative aligns with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs),
including Quality Education (SDG 4), Climate Action (SDG 13), Life on Land (SDG 15), and Partnerships
for the Goals (SDG 17).

The QS Reimagine Education Awards 2024 is a highly esteemed honor within the education sector,
recognizing innovative approaches that enhance learning outcomes, improve employability, and
advance sustainability education. Now in its 11th edition, this year’s competition attracted over 1,200
submissions from around the world, judged by a distinguished panel of more than 900 international

experts across 18 award categories. This prestigious Gold Award highlights the regional and global
significance of Ajman University's impactful sustainability work and is a testament to the dedication of its
students, employees, and community partners who have made this initiative possible.

About Ajman University

Founded in 1988 as the first private university in the UAE, Ajman University (AU) has a proud legacy of

academic excellence, innovation, and community impact. Today, AU stands as a globally recognized
institution, ranked #477 worldwide and #5 in the UAE by QS World University Rankings, and is the first
private, non-profit university in the Arab region to earn full accreditation from the WASC Senior College
and University Commission (WSCUC). With nine specialized colleges offering a broad range of

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