SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
GIK UGM launches the 2025 Talent Development Class with 370 students, offering direct mentoring from industry partners to bridge academia and industry.
UGM and Schneider Electric held a workshop on energy efficiency, electrical optimization, and building management systems for modern infrastructure.
Raditya Dika shared financial management tips with UGM students to navigate FOMO culture and make smarter money decisions.
UGM students assist over 30 MSMEs in Berbah, Sleman, through digitalization to boost competitiveness in the online market.
AI and creative advertising can enhance MSME competitiveness by boosting efficiency, branding, and digital marketing capacity.
Licensing challenges hinder MSMEs in Indonesia, limiting growth, access to capital, and market opportunities, UGM discussion reveals.
UGM hosts Merck Young Scientist Roadshow 2025, inspiring collaboration and innovation in life sciences among young researchers.
UGM KKN team partners with youth in South Lembar to design and launch a new tourism package, boosting local attractions and economy
Deputy Minister Nezar Patria and Ryan D’Masiv inspire 635 new UGM Agriculture students with messages on AI, resilience, and future food security.
UGM community service team in Polanharjo, Klaten, empowers MSMEs and farmers through training, digital tools, and sustainable community-based development programs.
UGM and Freeport Indonesia expand collaboration in research, scholarships, talent development, and sustainable mining to empower communities in Papua.
UGM hosts Parent Gathering to engage families in supporting students’ education, highlighting access, inclusivity, and new Pre-University initiatives.
UGM welcomes 10,629 new students in 2025 with PIONIR orientation, promoting sustainability, inclusivity, and leadership for future national development.
UGM KKN students develop solar-powered hydroponic farming to boost food security and clean energy adoption in urban Yogyakarta.
UGM and PT Putra Perkasa Abadi establish strategic collaboration in research, technology, and human capital to strengthen Indonesia's mining industry.
UGM KKN team organizes an Open Trip to Tokonanaka Island, empowering local youth and promoting sustainable, community-based tourism in North Morowali.
UGM KKN PPM students conclude their program with the Menoreh Mandeh Festival, collaborating with PGN to promote sustainable tourism, local products, and community empowerment in West Sumatra...
Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos Horta Praises KKN-PPM UGM as Model for Global Community Empowerment
Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos Horta visits UGM, praising the KKN-PPM program for its role in community empowerment, social entrepreneurship, and building peace through education.
FK-KMK UGM inaugurates 120 new doctors, raising the total to 11,129. Dean Yodi Mahendradhata encourages them to serve in remote areas in pursuit of social justice.
UGM KKN-PPM Jelajah Kei Kecil team hosts a 'Sail to Iswadi' event for foreign tourists, introducing them to the culture, cuisine, and natural beauty of Kei Islands.
UGM's student cooperative (Kopma UGM) launches new membership and merchandise products, reflecting its commitment to fostering student creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
Apia Dewi Agustin, UGM’s youngest master's graduate, completed her education at no cost, proving that hard work and scholarships can lead to academic success.
UGM Rector visits Papua to see KKN team train locals to turn sago into noodles and ice cream—boosting local food and economic innovation.
UGM and YESSA turn tofu waste into biogas, paving Sambak Village’s path toward eco-friendly agrotourism and sustainable innovation.
236 UGM alumni are employed at PT Freeport Indonesia, with 4 in top management. UGM Rector Prof. Ova Emilia aims to strengthen collaboration for HR development and student access.
UGM was honored with the 5 Years of Impact Award from Pertamina for consistent contribution in student innovation through the Pertamuda program 2021-2024.
FEB UGM will host the NIBES Research Forum 2026, fostering global academic collaboration on sustainability, digital transformation, and economic education.
UGM inaugurates 33 new dietitians to enhance clinical and community nutrition services, strengthening national health resilience.
UGM and the Papua Provincial Government collaborate to enhance human resource development by opening education opportunities for Papuan youth and officials.
UGM researcher warns fare hike may cut ojol driver income. Demand could drop 30–50% on short trips. Fair, transparent policy urged.

