
Global Responsibility combines internationalization with third mission in order to spread and transfer the knowledge generated by the University of Cologne in our local, regional and global networks and contribute to global change. Global Responsibility expresses thereby an attitude, which defines the role and the motivation of a university to act globally. It emphazises that all actions have a global impact which every individual should be aware of. It is the task of a university to generate and spread knowledge in order to overcome outdated concepts and raise global awareness.
The UoC sees its research and teaching – embedded within the UN Sustainable Development Goals – in global responsibility for shaping the development of science and education, society, and living conditions. Active participation in European networks strengthens its global impact, contributes to shaping the European higher education and living landscape and provides impulses and global competence also for local activities and initiatives. This brings with it a responsibility to continuously develop one’s own institution, which is promoted through competent participation in all areas addressed.
‘A sustainable global future is only possible if all academic forces are bundled under the heading of global responsibility and work together at eye level on the world’s major problems.’
University of Cologne Rector Axel Freimuth recalling the 2023 Coimbra Group Annual Conference in Cologne
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3 · Good Health and Well-Being


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4 · Quality Education
Quality Education is of critical importance because of its transformative effects on the other SDGs. Sustainable development hinges on every child receiving a quality education. When children are offered the tools to develop to their full potential, they become productive adults ready to give back to their communities and break the cycle of poverty. Education enables upward socioeconomic mobility.

"Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education...

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Academic Refugee Support

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S.U.C.RE

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5 · Gender Equality
Gender equality is a human right. It is also a precondition for realizing all goals in the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. We cannot miss out the crativity, wisdom and commitment of half the population if we want to create a liveable future for everyone.

"Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls"

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7 · Affordable and Clean Energy

"Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all"

BaSEF Egypt
8 · Decent Work and Economic Growth

"Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable…

LEAD!

SWAGATA

Summer Schools in Asia

CSC Scholarships

Career Services International

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9 · Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

"Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive…

ACCENT

ADENIN Morocco

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10 · Reduced Inequality

"Reduce inequality within and among countries"

ACCENT

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13 · 14 · 15 · Protecting the Biosphere

13 · Climate Action, 14 · Life below Water, 15 · Life on Land

BaSEF Egypt

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Indo-German Partnerships

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16 · Peace, Justice and strong Institutions

"Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, …
(c) United Nations

LEAD!

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CBA

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17 · Partnerships for the Goals
Partnerships are the glue for SDG implementation and will be essential to making the Agenda a reality. The International Office's aim is to connect potential partners from Research and Education and strengthen the means of implementation and to build and enhance partnerships with diverse stakeholders.

"Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize …

NiReMaS

Summer Schools in Asia

DIES Myanmar CYM+

ProGRANT

S.U.C.RE

BRIGHTS

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