Universities and the Millennium Development Goals

The Association of Commonwealth Universities is hosting a three-day conference entitled ‘Universities and the Millennium Development Goals’ from 25-27 April 2010 min Cape Town.

"Higher education (HE) plays a crucial role in reaching the MDGs, and should be seen to be engaging with these important issues. This conference will achieve two things: focusing the minds of HE leadership on these common goals, and preparing the way for HE to advocate for more recognition and support in helping to achieve the MDGs. The fact that it is taking place in arguably one of the most beautiful regions in the world, is a further distinct attraction!"

Dr Theuns Eloff, Vice-Chancellor of North West University, South Africa and Chair of the Association's Council

The conference theme will examine the contribution of universities to the Millennium Development Goals. Universities are not mentioned in any of the goals, although it is recognised that the goals cannot be achieved without the research, policy analysis and the teaching and outreach that universities provide. The conference provides an opportunity to demonstrate this essential contribution and will allow universities to re-affirm their commitment to helping to create a sustainable and more equitable world for future generations.

The conference website and registration facility will be available shortly but in the meantime, please email capetown2010@acu.ac.uk to register your interest in attending.

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