UNIVERSITY SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

PREPARED BY : SUPERVISED BY :

Rim Soulaik Pr. Mounia Ghalmat

Siham Nogot
Abdellah Razzougui
Omari Alaoui Mohamed Amine
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"THE UNIVERSITY MUST BE A COMMUNITY

RESPONSIBLE FOR SOCIETY, NOT JUST
RESPONSIBLE TO IT." - CLARK KERR

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 INTRODUCTION
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Definition: USR refers to universities' ethical commitment to Universities' Societal Impact:

improving society by addressing social, economic, and Knowledge hubs: creation, dissemination, and application.
environmental challenges. Education: preparing future leaders.
Significance: USR leverages university resources and expertise Research: driving innovation and addressing global challenges.
to drive positive change, foster innovation, and promote Community engagement: fostering collaboration and
sustainable development. addressing local needs.
Essential Role: Universities act as catalysts for positive Contributions to Progress:
change, building a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable Advancing knowledge and critical thinking.
future. Promoting cultural exchange and social justice.
Addressing pressing issues like poverty, inequality, and climate
change.

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PLAN
INTRODUCTION

KEY PILLARS

EXAMPLES OF UNIVERSITY SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY INITIATIVES

CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS

CONCLUSION
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMUNITY
SUSTAINABILITY ENGAGEMENT

FUNDING

03 DIVESITY
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EXAMPLE
There's no better example than
Ibn Tofail University, has actively
engaged in various initiatives
related to University Social
Responsibility (USR)
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND RESEARCH FOR SOCIAL

ENGAGEMENT IMPACT

Ibn Tofail University has organized Faculty members and researchers at

community service programs that involve Ibn Tofail University conduct studies
students, faculty, and staff. These
and research projects that directly
programs aim to address local needs, such
benefit society.
as providing educational support, health
awareness, and environmental
conservation.
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PROMOTING ETHICAL PARTNERSHIPS WITH

PRACTICES INDUSTRY AND GOVERNMENT
The university encourages students to The university engages with industry
participate in workshops, seminars, and partners and government agencies to create
conferences related to social internship opportunities for students. These
responsibility. These events raise internships provide practical experience and
awareness and foster a sense of civic expose students to corporate social
duty. responsibility practices.
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CHALLENGES
AND
SOLUTIONS
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FUNDS
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LIMITED FUNDING: MANY UNIVERSITIES
OPERATE WITHIN TIGHT BUDGETS,
MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO ALLOCATE
SUFFICIENT RESOURCES TO THEIR
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY INITIATIVES.
02
SOLUTION: SEEKING ALTERNATIVE
FUNDING SOURCES SUCH AS
GRANTS, CORPORATE
PARTNERSHIPS, ALUMNI
DONATIONS,
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AWARENESS AND ENGAGEMENT
STUDENTS, STAFF, AND OTHER
STAKEHOLDERS MAY NOT BE FULLY AWARE
FUNDING
OR ENGAGED IN SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
EFFORTS.
UNIVERSITIES CAN LAUNCH AWARENESS
CAMPAIGNS TO EDUCATE THE UNIVERSITY
COMMUNITY ABOUT ONGOING SOCIAL
RESPONSIBILITY INITIATIVES AND THEIR
IMPORTANCE.
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FRAGMENTED EFFORTS MEASURING IMPACT

03
UNIVERSITIES OFTEN STRUGGLE TO
EFFORTS WITHIN UNIVERSITIES MAY BE
EFFECTIVELY MEASURE AND
SPLIT ACROSS DEPARTMENTS OR
INITIATIVES, AS A RESULT OF LACKING OF FUNDING COMMUNICATE THE IMPACT OF THEIR
COORDINATION AND SYNERGY. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY INITIATIVES.

UNIVERSITIES CAN SET PROGRAMS WE RECOMMEND COLLECTING DATA TO

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TO FACILITATE COLLABORATION MEASURE OUTCOMES AND DEMONSTRATE
MAXIMIZE THE IMPACT AND AVOID TO SOCIETY THE TANGIBLE BENEFITS
DUPLICATION OF EFFORTS. THROUGH REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
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CONCLUSION
1. Definition of University Social Responsibility (USR):
USR defined as ethical commitments of universities towards societal betterment.
Emphasized pivotal role of universities in societal impact.
2. Exploration of USR:
Explored various aspects, including understanding USR, examples of university
initiatives, and challenges faced.
Highlighted USR as actionable, not just theoretical concept.
3. Call to Action:
Urged universities to actively engage with communities and address societal issues.
Stressed importance of continued exploration and advocacy for USR.
4. Importance of USR:
Emphasized significance of university social responsibility in driving positive change.
Acknowledged responsibility in creating a better future for all.

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