Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals focuses on strengthening the means of implementation and revitalizing global partnerships for sustainable development. Western Philippines University advances this goal by building and strengthening partnerships with local and national government agencies, academic institutions, international universities, private organizations, industries, and civil society groups. Through these collaborations, the university facilitates the exchange of knowledge, expertise, technology, and resources to support education, research, innovation, and community development. Its partnerships also create opportunities for joint research, international academic exchanges, faculty and student development, technology transfer, extension services, and capacity-building initiatives. By working with diverse stakeholders, WPU extends the reach and impact of its institutional programs while helping address development challenges in Palawan and beyond. The university further promotes collaboration through participation in academic networks, sustainability initiatives, and international platforms that encourage knowledge sharing and institutional cooperation. These efforts align with SDG 17’s objectives of strengthening multi-stakeholder partnerships, promoting international cooperation, facilitating access to knowledge and technology, and mobilizing resources and expertise in support of sustainable development.
Our initiatives
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WPU-CAFES, DAR-Palawan Lead Planning Workshop for Aborlan Coop
The WPU College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Environmental Sciences (CAFES), through its Agribusiness Department, conducted a Training-Workshop on “Drafting and Developing a Strategic Development Plan” for the Aborlan Food Processors Agriculture Cooperative (AFPAC). The event was in partnership with the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR)–Palawan under CAFES-Agribusiness’ Resource-based Enterprise Development (RED) Extension Program. The activity… Read more
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Training on Meat Processing Using Free-Range Paraoakan and Native Chicken Conducted by WPU Home Economics Department in Collaboration with The Paraoakan Project
FRIDAY October 11, 2024 – The department of Home Economics with their partner cooperatives namely the Aborlan Rainbow Marketing Cooperative (ARMC) and RICs from various barangays conducted a farm tour in WPU SAKA, followed by a training on meat processing using free-range paraoakan and native chicken. The Paraoakan (or Pawakan) is a breed native to… Read more
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WPU Emerges as Halal Training Hub: DOST Explores Collaborations and International Partnerships
Yesterday, October 10, 2024, the Regional Director of DOST urgently called for a meeting to explore potential collaborations, including implementing a “Training for Trainers” program in 2025. WPU is now considered a hub for Halal training and research in Western Philippines and beyond. This positions the university as a key player in advancing knowledge and… Read more
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WPU Launches “FriPlay: Free Play Every Friday” to Promote Health and Wellness
Western Philippines University has officially launched FriPlay: Free Play Every Friday, a new wellness initiative encouraging all faculty, staff, and students to stay active and embrace a healthy lifestyle. The program is in line with the Civil Service Commission’s Memorandum Circular No. 38, s. 1992, also known as The Great Filipino Workout, and its reiteration… Read more
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Fostering Global Citizenship in MIMAROPA: Western Philippines University Collaborates with CHED MIMAROPA to Enhance Internationalization and Innovation in Higher Education
Western Philippines University (WPU) is making strides in expanding its global footprint! Recognized in THE Impact Rankings, WPU has joined forces with CHED MIMAROPA for an orientation and mentoring session dedicated to advancing Internationalization and Global Citizenship Education. This event, facilitated by CHED MIMAROPA, aimed to bolster WPU’s strategies in sustainability and innovation, underscoring its… Read more
