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33. Unlocking a new generation of leaders: How universities can support students’ inner development goals

  • Nayiri Keshishi (author)
Chapter of: Stories of Hope: Reimagining Education(pp. 399–414)

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Title33. Unlocking a new generation of leaders
SubtitleHow universities can support students’ inner development goals
ContributorNayiri Keshishi (author)
DOIhttps://doi.org/10.11647/obp.0462.33
Landing pagehttps://www.openbookpublishers.com/books/10.11647/obp.0462/chapters/10.11647/obp.0462.33
Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
CopyrightNayiri Keshishi;
PublisherOpen Book Publishers
Published on2025-07-02
Long abstractThis chapter explores how universities can advance the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 2030 Agenda. Originating as a response to the SDGs’ call for inner human development, the IDG framework outlines five dimensions and twenty-three core capabilities—including self-awareness, intercultural competence, and creativity—vital for fostering human flourishing and enabling systemic change. As key drivers of societal transformation, universities have a unique opportunity to cultivate these skills through integrative curricula, inclusive learning environments, service-learning, global engagement, and wellbeing initiatives. By embedding the IDGs into Higher Education, institutions can empower students to become ethical, reflective, and action-oriented leaders equipped to create lasting social impact.
Page rangepp. 399–414
Print length16 pages
LanguageEnglish (Original)
Contributors

Nayiri Keshishi

(author)
Senior Lecturer in Social Sciences at University of Surrey

Nayiri Keshishi is a Senior Lecturer in Social Sciences at the University of Surrey. She specialises in education with a focus on legal studies, complemented by expertise in professional and academic skills development. Her research explores effective teaching methodologies in legal education and strategies to enhance student engagement and success, aiming to equip learners with the critical skills necessary for both academic and professional growth.

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