Student review [#53456] for Global Health
at York University - YU

York University has the privilege to rank 33rd in the Times Higher Education Ranking for SDGs in the world. This is a worthy feat as I believe HEIs should transition from academic reputation to impact as a basis to measure student achievement. Young people should be trained to take over the mantle of handling our world’s issues and HEIs are the best and most convenient way to teach SDGs. I believe Canadian Universities still have a long way to go in championing the SDGs, but it’s initial steps are amazing as seeing YorkU assist changemakers such as creating an AI for water assessment in refugee camps or giving people the opportunity to serve vulnerable populations like indigenous tribes. I believe my platform as a student ambassador can help universities all over the world commit to the SDGs. I have a position in the UN Joint SDG Fund and I use my platform to uplift universities in the Philippines’ commitment to the SDGs. I believe this opportunity aligns well with my personal goals to advocate for young people.