American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) has student-led societies dedicated to engaging with sustainability.:
AIUB Environment Club
https://www.aiub.edu/oncampus/clubs/aiub-environment-club
Notably, the AIUB Environment Club (AEC) focuses on environmental protection and sustainability initiatives. Established in 2023, AEC aims to raise awareness about climate change and promote sustainable practices among students. The club organizes various activities, including rallies, seminars, and tree plantation campaigns, to educate the university community on environmental issues and their solutions.
Objective:
With the increasing changes of global warming, since its inception in 2023, the AIUB Environment Club (AEC) works towards protecting and preserving the environment for future generations, creating a world where humans live in harmony with nature. AEC aims to spread awareness about climate change to all the students, offering students the opportunity to serve their community and expand their skills in the process.
Activities:
The club engages in initiatives through a nationwide network of various institutions working towards preserving and protecting the environment. Ranging from rallies to seminars and tree plantation campaigns, AEC focuses on educating the general student community, along with the general society, on crucial environmental issues, their impact on our lives, and how to resolve them in the long run. The club focuses on promoting awareness about environmental degradation including plastic production, excessive use of plastic made items, water and air pollution, deforestation, recycling and erosion in all the regions of Bangladesh.
Membership:
Membership of AEC is open to students from all 4 Faculties of the university, who are interested in working for the protection and preservation of the environment. Recruitments are conducted during the semesters, through which applicants are evaluated, interviewed, and selected to join the club. Currently, there are 100 proactive members working at AEC.
Leadership:
AEC operates under the supervision of the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), following the general structure for the Executive Committee (EC). OSA provides overall guidance and constant support to the EC for implementing the various events of the club.
Future Outlook:
AEC will continue addressing the challenges of climate change and spreading awareness, along with taking initiatives to collaborate with various organizations in order to reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from the industries and traffic congestion, protect endangered species of plants, wildlife, and habitats, and of course, promote sustainable development of the environment around us for the years to come.
AIUB Green Energy Club (AGEC)
https://www.aiub.edu/oncampus/faculty-wise-clubs
Additionally, the AIUB Green Energy Club (AGEC) promotes awareness and engagement in sustainable energy practices through educational initiatives and community projects, advocating for a greener future.
Objectives of the Club:
Promoting awareness and engagement in sustainable energy practices through educational initiatives, community projects, and advocacy for a greener future.
Advisor of the Club:
Dr. Md. Abdul Mannan
AIUB Social Welfare Club – SHOMOY
https://www.aiub.edu/oncampus/clubs/aiub-social-welfare-club--shomoy
Objective:
Established in 2009, the AIUB Social Welfare Club – Shomoy (ASC), aims to provide students with opportunities to learn about social welfare issues, volunteer their time to help others, and develop leadership skills. ASC works towards educating students on concerns like poverty, gender discrimination, food insecurity, etc., creating awareness on the sustainable development goals (SDGs). They work towards building a community of change-makers and motivating the youth to take action through volunteerism, fundraisers, and advocacy, making a difference in the world.
Activities:
ASC focuses on volunteering for social causes ranging from flood relief, blood donations, winter clothing drives, self-defense, and various other charitable work. The club collaborates with numerous non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to further pursue social welfare for a larger community. From teaching and training at a local school for underprivileged children to raising funds for providing rations to them on Eid, and even running campaigns for critically diagnosed patients of the AIUB community, supporting the university’s community service initiatives, ASC shapes future leaders to help bring about a positive change to develop the society.
Membership:
Membership of ASC is open to students from all 4 Faculties of the university, who are interested in photography. Recruitments are conducted during the semesters, through which applicants are evaluated, interviewed, and selected to join the club. Currently, there are 126 proactive members working at ASC.
Leadership:
ASC operates under the supervision of the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), following the general structure for the Executive Committee (EC). OSA provides overall guidance and constant support to the EC for implementing the various events of the club.
Future Outlook:
With the hope of having a greater impact on future generations, ASC will expand its volunteer work to address more SDGs in the coming years, increase its fundraising efforts to support additional social welfare campaigns, develop mentorship opportunities together with local and international development organizations, and leadership initiatives to create a better place for tomorrow.
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These student-led initiatives at AIUB play a significant role in fostering a culture of sustainability and environmental responsibility within the university community.