The UNIgreen Code of Values reflects our commitment to sustainable education, research and innovation in support of a more environmentally friendly and resource-efficient future.
It provides a strong foundation for guiding the UNIgreen mission and goals, and is based on a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of discrimination, racism, sexism, segregation and bullying.
Environmental Responsibility
What this Value entails:
- Committing to green transition and sustainable management of the natural environment.
- Integrating environmentally friendly practices across campus life.
- Setting examples, combating climate change, and preparing students for future challenges.
Linked with the UNIgreen Mission “Support the Green Transition”.
Collective Responsibility
What this Value entails:
- Ensuring effective roles and contributions from all members.
- Implementing democratic principles and shared governance structures involving stakeholders like students, faculty, and non-teaching staff in decision-making processes, shaping policies, and determining the direction of the Alliance.
Linked with the UNIgreen Mission “Boost Innovation”.
Academic Responsibility and Innovation
What this Value entails:
- Upholding academic freedom, scientific independence, and autonomy.
- Creating an environment for talent to thrive, fostering academic excellence and innovation.
- Promoting academically rigorous and innovative study programmes.
Linked with the UNIgreen Mission “Boost Innovation”.
Openness, Engagement, and Collaboration
What this Value entails:
- Fostering cooperation and knowledge exchange.
- Encouraging partnerships with various institutions to address environmental challenges.
- Linking and reinforcing the University-Business-Society structure and facilitating knowledge transfer globally.
Linked with the UNIgreen Mission “Globally Connected”.
Diversity, Inclusion, and Multiculturalism
What this Value entails:
- Embracing linguistic and cultural diversity within the Alliance.
- Actively addressing inclusion and diversity to create an open-minded Academic Community.
- Promoting a multicultural and multilingual environment for holistic development.
Linked with the UNIgreen Mission “For All and With All”.
Equity and Equality
What this Value entails:
- Creating fair and inclusive educational environments with equal opportunities for all.
- Encouraging women’s participation in STEM fields.
Linked with the UNIgreen Mission “For All and With All”.
Promotion of Human Rights and European Values
What this Value entails:
- Promoting democratic values, human rights, and international cooperation.
- Advocating for responsible and engaged citizens, contributing to democratic and human rights agendas globally.
Linked with the UNIgreen Mission “For All and With All”.