Achieving the Second Goal of Sustainable Development at Al-Turath University: Zero Hunger
Al-Turath University is committed to support the Second Goal of Sustainable Development, which focuses on ending hunger, achieving food security, and improving nutrition, through its academic activities and community initiatives, the university seeks to raise awareness of food security and provide sustainable solutions to the challenges of hunger and malnutrition.
First: Promoting Education on Food Security
Al-Turath University offers courses on food security and community nutrition, guiding students to understand issues related to food production, resource distribution and the environmental challenges facing food security, students are encouraged to think critically about how to improve global food systems.
Second: Supporting Research on Sustainable Agriculture
The university encourages scientific research focused on developing sustainable agricultural practices aimed at increasing agricultural productivity and reducing food waste, students and faculty members conduct studies on how to improve agricultural techniques and promote crop diversity as a means of enhancing food security.
Third: Participation in Healthy Nutrition Initiatives
Al-Turath University contributes to raising awareness of healthy nutrition by organizing workshops and lectures on the importance of eating healthy foods, the local community is encouraged to adopt healthy eating habits that help combat obesity and malnutrition.
Fourth: Collaboration with NGOs
The university is working to build partnerships with local and international NGOs focused on food security, this collaboration allows students to participate in field projects to provide support to communities in need and enhance food security.
Fifth: Contributing to Urban Agriculture Projects
Al-Turath University encourages the development of urban agriculture projects on campus and in surrounding communities, through these initiatives, students and the local community are provided with opportunities to grow crops in urban environments to improve people's access to fresh food.
Sixth: Affordable and Healthy Food Services at TU
TU keeps food prices affordable by maintaining fixed prices in restaurant leases and providing subsidised meals. All food supplies are closely monitored and inspected by the university’s health committee. In addition, healthy food options—including salads, fruit, grilled food, and drinking water—are available at every outlet. TU also organises workshops and lectures on healthy eating to raise awareness and help combat obesity and malnutrition.
