UOW's Global Challenges Program is a strategic research initiative designed to harness the diverse expertise of researchers to address real-world problems. We are driven by our values of adventure, collegiality, inclusivity and support. As a program, we aim to cultivate research excellence while improving equality & diversity to support the next generation of research leaders.
Global Challenges Program
Our challenges
Our lives, our work and the environment are transforming. Global Challenges recognises the need for interconnected research to help drive social, economic and cultural change. In 2023, UOW launched new challenges to reflect current priorities and drive positive change for a sustainable future.
UN Sustainable Development Goal Report
The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), provide a shared global framework of development priorities. The UOW Global Challenges Program has almost one hundred interdisciplinary projects working toward the goals.
READ THE UOW SDG REPORT2020 Annual Report
The 2020 Annual Report showcases stories and podcasts of research excellence and milestones of our researchers, with a strong focus on women and early career researchers. Thank you to our research community for their commitment and collegiality throughout a challenging year.