We partner students with institutions to

work together

to embed sustainability in

all

student learning

We have a proven record of helping institutions catch up to student demand for sustainability education through a whole-institution approach.

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Responsible Futures was created 10 years ago to support students and staff to work in partnership to integrate sustainability and climate justice through the formal, informal and subliminal curriculum using a tried-and-tested framework of criteria.

With expert support from the team and shared cohort learning across all participating institutions, universities and colleges are supported to make transformative changes to their teaching and learning, strategies, and policies in partnership with their students.

Students and Staff at University of Worcester
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Through

the Responsible Futures audit, students are supported to have a voice in sustainability, which is something we cherish so

much.

"

Student auditor

Coventry University and University of Worcester audit, 2022

82%

of students would like to see sustainable development actively incorporated and promoted through all courses

89%

of students say they agree their place of study should actively incorporate and promote sustainable development

67%

of students say sustainable development is something they would like to learn more about

So, how does it happen?

We support you to:

  • Embed sustainability and climate justice in all student learning
  • Monitor your progress and reflect on impact
  • Celebrate your achievements  
  • Advance your work meaningfully, building on learnings and recommendations from students.
Partnership working through framework
Case study: University of Strathclyde & SUPlus icon
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Ongoing individual support
Case study: University of Derby & SUPlus icon
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Ongoing peer learning
Case study: De Montfort University & SUPlus icon
Learn about the community of practice
Student-led audit
Case study: University of Worcester and Coventry & SUsPlus icon
What's in the audit?
Respondible Futures accreditation
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We

are very proud of this accreditation and what makes it special is that our students audit our performance. Our students are our harshest critics and strongest allies and partners in making

progress.

"

Rachel Colley

Students’ Union at UWE SU Community Manager 2022

"Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and programs like Responsible Futures are pivotal in cultivating a generation of students who are not only academically capable but also socially responsible and environmentally conscious. As the General Secretary of the All-Africa Students Union (AASU), I see these programs as essential in our mission to democratize education across Africa and ensure that it is inclusive and equitable."

Peter Kwasi KODJIE, Secretary General