The Oxford SDG Impact Lab

The new academic term has brought an exciting buzz to Oxford. This week, applications have launched for our 2025 Fellowships for graduates and the Oxford Laidlaw Scholars Programme for undergraduates! 🌍✨ Ready to take the first step towards sustainable change? For full details and to apply, visit 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJc-Rdry We’re also counting down to Discovery Day on 24th October at Cohen Quad, Exeter College! University of Oxford staff and students can explore the Lab, connect with current Fellows, and attend a panel discussion featuring  Alexander Betts, Laurence Wainwright, Emma Coles, and former Fellow Reema M.. 🎤 💚 With tickets nearly sold out, don’t miss your chance to join us and be part of a community dedicated to driving real-world impact. Secure your tickets here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJc-Rdry #GlobalGoals #OxfordUniversity #SDGs #Sustainability #ApplyNow

🌟 Meet Isabelle Haynes, an SDG Impact Lab Fellow with an MSc in Migration Studies and experience across archaeology, and international relations. Working with Oxford City Football Club, Isabelle led sustainability projects focused on local partnerships and green solutions. Now at UN Tourism, she’s advancing her impact on sustainable development globally—exciting chapters ahead! 🌍 👉 Learn more about Isabelle’s journey: https://lnkd.in/gQcMiwAn #GlobalGoals #SDGs #sustainablecommunities #ImpactResearch #ESG

Our Oxford Laidlaw Scholars, Elizabeth Reid, Michał Pietrzak, Yi Lin Zhao, and Holly Toombs, are deep into their research on UK Policy and Extracurricular Activity in State Schools. They recently visited the University of Bath to interview Education and Social Mobility specialist Dr Kalyan Kumar Kameshwara. While there, the scholars took the opportunity to explore the different parts of another historic city! 🏛️📚 Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/eqTEZcAc #Research #Education #SocialMobility #LaidlawScholars #SDGs #GlobalGoals #UniversityofBath | Department of Education @ University of Bath

Fantastic to see Ashley Cavers showcasing the Lab’s work at the #NECdev conference in Beijing! Exciting conversations on how #academia can contribute to global #ImpactEvaluation efforts. Looking forward to what’s next! 🌍✨ #SDGs #GlobalGoals #SDG17 #PartnershipsForTheGoals

🌟 Meet Reema M., former SDG Impact Lab Fellow! With nearly a decade of experience in diplomacy and advocacy, Reema brought her background in Global Governance and Diplomacy to a transformative project with BMW Group MINI Plant Oxford. Her work bridging corporate responsibility and community engagement aligns BMW Group's initiatives with local needs to promote the #SDGs. Now, she’s joining our speaker panel at Discovery Day, where she’ll share insights on driving meaningful change in sustainability. 🌍💡 👉 Learn more about Reema’s story https://lnkd.in/eAp5rU7N #GlobalGoals #SDGs #Sustainability #ImpactResearch #Diplomacy #Leadership #Oxford #CSR

It’s been an action-packed week for The Oxford SDG Impact Lab! 🌍✨ At the University of Oxford Freshers’ Fair, Kerri Louise Howard-Slaughter, Map, Oliver Cook OLY, and Buntu Fanteso have been introducing students to the Lab, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and how to apply for our 2025 Fellowships. Students were also excited to learn about our upcoming Discovery Day on 24th October—a perfect opportunity to explore the Lab, meet current Fellows, and attend a panel discussion with Alexander Betts, Laurence Wainwright, Emma Coles, and former Lab Fellow Reema M.. It’s inspiring to see so many students eager to drive sustainable change and join the Lab’s mission. Full details about Discovery Day 24th Oct 👉 https://lnkd.in/g_Z3ewUi Varun Shankar and Oliver Cook OLY this week represented the Lab at the Sport Positive Summit at The Kia Oval, where they engaged with leaders in the sports sector dedicated to advancing the SDGs. Varun caught up with #sustainability advocates Naganethra Reddy AIEMA, Stephane Bazire and (former Lab Fellow) Christine Cavallo, while Oliver reconnected with familiar faces Phelan Hill MBE, OLY and Imogen Grant. He also met many inspiring new contacts including Jamie Farndale and Ben Hardy-Jones. Additionally, Oliver led a workshop for the Chevening Awards Gurukul Fellows, sharing insights on the Lab’s impactful research and partnerships with BMW Group, Nico Rosberg’s Rosberg Philanthropies, the Community Impact Lab, and the Sport Leaders programme. It’s SDG17 in action as we continue building partnerships for a sustainable future! 🤝 #SDGs #GlobalGoals #SportPositive24 #OxfordUniversity #ImpactResearch #Partnerships #BehindtheScenes

📢 Are you an Oxfordshire-based charity, community organisation, social enterprise, or business looking to benefit from world-class research expertise to increase your impact in the community? We’re seeking partners for the Community Impact Lab 2025, especially organisations working to tackle the drivers of inequality in Oxfordshire. This could involve addressing issues like improving education or employment opportunities, access to healthcare or housing, quality food provision, or wellbeing support. If you’re interested, take a look at our website to explore our previous work and learn how to express your interest. Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 6th November 2024 👉 More info: https://lnkd.in/eMbse54W #CommunityImpact #CommunityPartnerships #SDGs #GlobalGoals #ResearchForGood #SustainableCommunities #Oxfordshire

🌟 Meet Chinagorom Ajike, our SDG Impact Lab Fellow! With over 14 years of experience in the public sector and a recent Master of Public Policy (MPP) graduate with a PhD in Thermal Engineering, Chinagorom joined the Lab to tackle global #sustainability challenges. 🌏 He collaborated with BMW Group MINI Plant Oxford on projects like the Associate Commute and #hydrogen adoption, aligning business objectives with sustainability goals. His experience highlighted the power of #interdisciplinary collaboration and strong #partnerships to drive meaningful change. 💡 Read his full story 👉 https://lnkd.in/eGBDGcJT #GlobalGoals #SDGs #artificialintelligence #BusinessImpact #automotive #engineering #ImpactResearch

On this World Tourism Day, we’re highlighting the final stop in our Fellow Amy Booth’s journey with UN Tourism: The Datai Langkawi. 🌿 Nestled in a 10-million-year-old rainforest, The Datai’s commitment to #sustainability shines through The Datai Pledge, driving conservation, community empowerment, and sustainable operations. Their approach reflects the values celebrated today, demonstrating how tourism can support peace, environmental stewardship, and local development. 🌏 Discover more at 👉 tinyurl.com/h94exhwa #WorldTourismDay #WTD24 #TourismAndPeace #GlobalGoals #ESG

In 2015, the world made a promise to advance global peace and prosperity through the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (#UNSDGs). Today, we proudly join #GlobalGoalsWeek, an inspiring annual week of action, awareness, and accountability for the SDGs. From 20th-29th September, over 170 partners have mobilised worldwide to turn promises into action and supercharge solutions for people and the planet. Captured here, our Laidlaw Scholars are flying the SDG Flag in solidarity with #GlobalGoalsWeek, reinforcing our commitment to the Global Goals. This powerful moment marks the end of their recent community engagement tour in Blackbird Leys, where they connected with local residents, explored sustainable solutions, and addressed community challenges. Over the last three weeks, our Scholars have been actively engaging with local schools (John Henry Newman Academy, The Oxford Academy, Rose Hill Primary and Orchard Meadow Primary), using this opportunity to learn from and contribute to the broader community. Through these hands-on initiatives, they are driving meaningful impact on SDG11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG1 (No Poverty), and SDG4 (Quality Education). Global Goals Week exemplifies the power of the SDG community coming together. It’s a unique chance to discover community resources, share knowledge, and build partnerships that tackle complex issues, from inequality to climate change. This week, take part in events, join discussions, and get involved in creating sustainable solutions. Explore the 2024 event calendar 👉 https://lnkd.in/eSCgcG4 Sign up, join the conversation, and be part of the global movement. Together, let’s make #GlobalGoalsWeek count! Laidlaw Foundation | GLOBALGOALS2024 #SDGs #Globalgoals #Sustainability