The Academic Network for Development Dialogue (ANDD) is a fundamental step in creating synergy and strengthening the cooperation and dialogue between the United Nations (UN) and Academia. It acts as a think tank in the region to influence the UN's work and the global dialogue on policy options to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This year, the ANDD Conference will take place over the course of three days from May 13-15. The event is structured to include:
This conference seeks to catalyze change by leveraging evidence-based policy-making to tackle the Arab region's sustainable development challenges. Through collaborative dialogue, capacity building, and knowledge sharing, the event aims to significantly contribute to the region's efforts towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
The College of Public Policy (CPP) is HBKU’s newest college and reflects the priority the university places on supporting and contributing to effective policy development towards implementing the Qatar National Vision 2030.
CPP is a unique and exciting environment, with cutting-edge research on policy challenges that face Qatar, the region, and the world. It aims to be one of the leading public policy schools in the region and the world, acting as a bridge and a hub for innovative policy solutions across a range of issues.
Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development (QF), was founded in 2010 to continue fulfilling QF's vision of unlocking human potential. HBKU is a homegrown research and graduate studies University that acts as a catalyst for positive transformation in Qatar and the region while having a global impact.
Located within Education City, HBKU seeks to provide unparalleled opportunities where inquiry and discovery are integral to teaching and learning at all levels utilizing a multidisciplinary approach across all focus areas.
HBKU is committed to actively contributing to achieving the Qatar National Vision 2030 by building and cultivating human capacity through an enriching academic experience and an innovative research ecosystem. Through applying creativity to knowledge, students will be able to discover innovative, locally relevant solutions that have a global impact.
At Hamad Bin Khalifa University – our students, faculty, staff, partners, and leadership – all share a common belief in the power of higher education and research to make a positive impact on the development of nations.
More information at www.hbku.edu.qa