On 22 May 2025, a Strategic Coordination Meeting was held online by Universitas Pancasila, Jakarta, bringing together members of the Community Engagement (Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat / Pengmas) Team under the UI GreenMetric World University Ranking Network (UIGMWURN) Indonesia. This meeting marked an important step in aligning university-led community programs with the broader mission of sustainable development and environmental stewardship.
The event was attended by 37 representatives from 32 universities across Indonesia, all active participants in the Pengmas working group. Among these were prominent institutions such as UIN Raden Intan Lampung, Universitas Syiah Kuala, UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Universitas Medan Area, Universitas Diponegoro, and many others. Their diverse participation enriched the dialogue and strengthened the national network’s capacity to address sustainability challenges through community service.
The event commenced with an opening speech by Prof. Riri Fitri Sari, Chairperson of UI GreenMetric, who emphasized the growing importance of community involvement in achieving global sustainability goals. She reiterated UI GreenMetric’s vision of not only ranking green campuses, but also mobilizing higher education institutions as change-makers through community-based solutions. Her remarks highlighted the need for cross-campus collaboration and shared responsibility in environmental and social transformation.
Following Prof. Riri’s remarks, Prof. Dr. Adnan Hamid, SH., MH, Rector of Universitas Pancasila, warmly welcomed all participants to the university. He expressed the institution's commitment to sustainability and underlined that community engagement is a vital component of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. He also spoke about the importance of aligning these activities with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in tackling local challenges through academic-community partnerships.
After the opening remarks, Dr. Junaidi, S.S., M.A., Vice Chair of UI GreenMetric for Programs, Communication, and Collaboration, who presented the meeting’s agenda. Dr. Junaidi outlined the goals for this coordination meeting: to evaluate the outcomes of the previous year’s programs and to strategically plan impactful and scalable community engagement projects for 2025. In order to deepen discussion and ensure focused outputs, the attendees were divided into three working groups, each tasked with a specific area of planning. The first group focused on developing the detailed program rundown, including timelines and coordination mechanisms. The second group engaged in an in-depth review of previous case studies and community engagement assessments, aiming to extract lessons learned and identify best practices that could inform upcoming initiatives. The third group concentrated on the technical execution aspects of the 2025 program, including participant registration procedures, criteria for site selection, and logistical planning.
These teams based set-up allowed participants from various universities across Indonesia to contribute their expertise and experiences. By facilitating open dialogue and joint decision-making, the meeting succeeded in generating actionable strategies that will be used to implement innovative and sustainable community engagement programs throughout the UIGMWURN network. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment from all participating institutions to strengthen inter-university collaboration in the field of community engagement. Participants agreed that through strategic planning, mutual support, and a unified vision, universities in Indonesia can lead impactful sustainability efforts that extend well beyond the classroom and into the heart of communities.
We would like to extend our sincere congratulations and gratitude to Universitas Pancasila for graciously hosting this important coordination meeting. Their proactive leadership and commitment to sustainability truly exemplify the vital role universities play in advancing environmental stewardship and social responsibility. By taking active steps to advocate for and strengthen the role of higher education in driving sustainable development, Universitas Pancasila is setting a commendable example for institutions across Indonesia and beyond. Their dedication inspires all members of the UI GreenMetric World University Ranking Network to continue working collaboratively toward a greener, more sustainable future.
The Pengmas Team is part of several focused working groups within UIGMWURN Indonesia, dedicated to enhancing collaboration among universities and addressing environmental and social challenges through education, research, and service. This initiative reflects UI GreenMetric’s broader mission to elevate the role of higher education in achieving global sustainability.
Interested in collaborating? Join us in the UI GreenMetric World University Ranking Network—Indonesia and globally. Reach out via our social media platforms or email us at greenmetric@ui.ac.id to find out how to get involved./p>
Written by Riska Putri Hariyadi - UI GreenMetric Communication Specialist
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