Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) continues to expand its international presence as part of its efforts to become a World Class University (WCU) while supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through various academic and cultural collaborations. In addition to welcoming academics from abroad, UNY actively participates in activities at partner universities around the world.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) continues to expand its global engagement and strengthen its internationalization agenda through active participation in the 14th Go Green Summit Malaysia 2026, an international forum that brought together academics, researchers, students, and sustainability advocates from various countries. The summit served as a platform for exchanging ideas, fostering collaboration, and discussing innovative solutions to global environmental challenges in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), through its Community Service Program (PLK), continues to support the growth of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). One such initiative was carried out in Pulewulung, Bangunkerto, Sleman where students provided assistance to local business owners in obtaining Business Identification Numbers (NIB) and Halal Certification. The program aims to help local entrepreneurs improve business legality, expand market access, and enhance competitiveness.

Five students from the Pancasila and Civic Education (PPKn) Study Program, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP), Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY)—Ikhsanul Fikri, Andhika Diaz Satya Atmaja, Syifa Khoufina Yulia Rahma, Salsabila Wistri Aulia, and Adelia Putri Renata—successfully organized a social charity activity consisting of a beach clean-up and mangrove planting program. The activity was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Drs. Hiryanto, M.Si. and Dr. Agung Wahyu Hermansyah, M.Pd., lecturers of the Sustainable Development Education course.

Students from the Pancasila and Civic Education (PPKn) Study Program, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP), Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), recently carried out a community service program entitled “Learning Assistance and Digital Literacy for Children” at Sanggar Anak Tumbuh in Bantul. The activity was implemented as part of a Project-Based SDGs learning initiative aimed at supporting the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education.

Students of the Elementary School Teacher Education (PGSD) Program at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta recently conducted a field-study implementation activity by transforming used cooking oil into candles at Khodijah Sinar Melati Orphanage. The activity involved 17 orphanage residents aged between 12 and 15 years, ranging from Grade 5 elementary school students to Grade 8 junior high school students.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) continues to strengthen its commitment to supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through international academic collaboration. One of these efforts was realized through a workshop entitled “Global Goals, Local Realities: Rethinking the SDGs in Indonesia,” which involved students from Western Sydney University (WSU), Australia, during their academic visit to UNY.

Ilzama Maula Wafda Sabila, a student of the Elementary School Teacher Education Program (PGSD) at the Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), has been granted the opportunity to participate in a student exchange and teaching practicum program at the Faculty of Education, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand, for nearly five months, from March 16 to July 31, 2026.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) reaffirmed its commitment as an impactful higher education institution through various strategic achievements presented during the peak ceremony of the 2026 UNY Dies Natalis. The anniversary momentum served not only as a space for institutional reflection but also as an affirmation of UNY’s transformation direction in strengthening higher education, innovation, and the development of Indonesia’s high-quality human resources.

The Career Development Center (CDC) of Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta once again organized the Career Guidance Workshop Series #14, carrying the theme “Advocacy, Policy & Social Impact Careers.” The activity aimed to broaden students’ and graduates’ perspectives on career opportunities in the fields of advocacy, public policy, and social impact, sectors that increasingly require young professionals with integrity, critical thinking, and strong social concern.