Azizul's Blog

Hello everyone! Today's lecture really highlighted the importance of measuring outcomes in sustainability projects. I was particularly drawn to the Malaysian Shariah Index because it incorporates Maqasid Shariah principles, which resonates with my understanding of our responsibility as khalifah. This has made me think more deeply about ensuring our group project creates genuine value for all stakeholders. For our project, I'm considering a composting program at IIUM that could monitor specific indicators such as food waste reduction (as an output measure) and enhanced soil quality (as an impact measure), which aligns well with SDG 2. Learning about impact indicators has expanded my vision for what our project might accomplish in the broader community. However, I'm finding it challenging to develop precise, comprehensive indicators, and I worry we might overlook critical aspects. Nevertheless, the Qur'anic principle of accountability motivates me to design a project wi...

  While there’s no one-size-fits-all definition of what makes a campus sustainable, the idea usually includes three key aspects: environmental , economic , and social sustainability. Many universities use their own models to assess and guide progress in this area. One example is the Campus Sustainability Assessment Framework (CSAF) . At International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) , several efforts have been made to align with this concept. These initiatives touch on multiple dimensions: 1. Economic Initiatives Food Bank Program In partnership with platforms like the OhFreeFood app , IIUM has taken steps to reduce food waste while helping students who may struggle with food insecurity. 2. Social Initiatives Mental Health Awareness Campaigns and online articles are shared regularly to promote mental health support, especially important after the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. Cat Shelter Program This program offers shelter for stray cats on campus, while also e...

This week we focused on two key Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 16 (Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) . Both of these are less about the physical environment and more about the systems behind it. The idea is that without strong institutions and solid partnerships, the rest of the SDGs can’t really move forward. Our lecturer, Prof. Suhaimi, emphasized how institutions are a major pillar in making any kind of long-term progress possible. I’ll admit, before this, I hadn’t really thought that deeply about what institutions actually do in the bigger picture. But it turns out, they’re absolutely central. The Role of Institutions When we talk about institutions, we’re not just referring to the government. They include a wide range of players: Government bodies NGOs The private sector Community groups and local leaders These are the groups that set policies, manage public resources, and help implement national goals. Globa...