Gender Equality through inclusive scholarship and support programs

Universitas Sriwijaya reinforces its commitment to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality through inclusive scholarship and support programs that enhance women’s access to higher education. The university implements targeted initiatives such as mentoring, financial aid, and leadership development to empower female students and promote equitable participation. In 2024, UNSRI collaborated with government, private partners, and internal funding schemes to provide scholarships for students from diverse backgrounds while maintaining gender balance in all awards. A notable example is the U-Go Scholarship 2024-2025, a program dedicated to empowering young women to pursue their academic ambitions and contribute positively to their families and communities. Beyond financial assistance, this scholarship emphasizes leadership and personal growth, ensuring that recipients are equipped to succeed academically and socially in an inclusive university environment.

Provide free public access to open spaces and green spaces

Universitas Sriwijaya (UNSRI) provides free public access to its open and green spaces, aligning with SDG 11. The campus spans 7,241,059 m², with significant areas dedicated to environmental use.

A large portion, 2,228,520 m² (32% of the total area), is preserved as natural forest, while 1,405,310 m² (19%) is used for tree planting, including fruit trees. These green spaces also function as “living laboratories” for student and researcher learning.

Key accessible areas include:

• Taman Firdaus: A 70-hectare park in Indralaya. This space is open to the public free of charge, although visitors must obtain prior permission from campus officials for management or commercial purposes.
• Arboretum: A 5-hectare section within the natural forest established in 2007. This area actively conserves native tree species (such as Alstonia scholaris and Parkia speciosa) by systematically removing invasive Acacia mangium.

Hazardous Waste Treatment and Providing Trash Bins in the Campus to Prevent Marine Pollution

Marine pollution is an event that occurs due to the entry of chemicals, particles, and waste from human activities in various sectors, including in campus areas. Universitas Sriwijaya (UNSRI) is one of the higher education institutions located in South Sumatra Province. South Sumatra Province is home to the Musi River, which flows into the sea. In order to prevent marine pollution, UNSRI has implemented several policies related to this, such as providing trash bins on campus and processing hazardous waste before it is disposed of into the environment. Regarding hazardous waste, UNSRI has also partnered with third parties in managing this waste.