Perceptions and Awareness of University Students Regarding the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, with a Focus on Human Rights and Well-being.

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Published: Mar 31, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12681/codiste.7970
Keywords:
Sustainability Agenda 2030 human rights and prosperity youth perceptions
Eleftheria Arletou
Grammateia Karetsou
Maria Rousopoulou
Eleni Skamnelou
Christina Tzeleta
Konstantina Founta
Eleni Kolokouri
Georgios Markozannes
Katerina Plakitsi
University of Ioannina
Abstract

The study is based on research involving a sample of 188 students (aged 18-24) from the School of Education Sciences at the University of Ioannina, focusing on the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It emphasizes the goals that promote human rights and well-being: the eradication of poverty and hunger, the reduction of inequalities, good health, and quality education. The students consider the goals related to health and hunger as the most significant, prioritizing health prevention and peace. Obstacles include armed conflicts and climate change. Finally, youth awareness is high, with education playing a central role, while the continuation of courses and training is recommended.

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