BINUS University initiates and participates in cross-sectoral dialogue by bringing together stakeholders from academia, government, NGOs, industry, researchers, practitioners, and local communities to discuss sustainability challenges and explore collaborative solutions. In 2025, BINUS engaged in scientific conferences, multi-stakeholder initiatives, community engagement activities, and international forums addressing sustainable development, environmental challenges, innovation, and community empowerment.

1. International Conference on Community Development (ICCD) 2025

BINUS University co-organised the 7th International Conference on Community Development (ICCD) 2025 in collaboration with Universitas Mercu Buana, Universitas Sahid, Universitas Budi Luhur, and Universitas Prof. Dr. Moestopo (Beragama). Held on 14 October 2025, the conference adopted the theme “Leveraging Digital Technologies and Innovative Products for Sustainable Communities.”

The conference brought together academics, researchers, and practitioners to exchange knowledge and discuss how digital technologies and innovative solutions can support sustainable community development. The event also featured a keynote address by Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment, Dr. A. Muhaimin Iskandar, alongside international academic speakers.

BINUS contributed 16 community engagement papers, demonstrating how academic research and community-based initiatives can inform practical approaches to social challenges. Through collaboration among universities and engagement with government and academic stakeholders, ICCD 2025 provided a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and the exchange of ideas on sustainable community development.

2. ICOBAR–FIDI Joint Scientific Forum 2025

BINUS University organised the ICOBAR–FIDI Joint Scientific Forum 2025 in collaboration with the Ikatan Ilmuwan Indonesia Internasional. The forum brought together researchers, academics, innovators, and members of the international scientific community to exchange knowledge and discuss global challenges, environmental resilience, innovation, and sustainable development.

Through scientific presentations and interdisciplinary discussions, the forum facilitated knowledge exchange across research fields and encouraged collaboration in addressing complex sustainability challenges.

3. Sustainable Island Development Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue

BINUS participated in a multi-stakeholder dialogue on sustainable island development, involving government institutions, academics, youth, entrepreneurs, and local communities. The dialogue addressed interconnected issues such as sustainable tourism, environmental conservation, education, women’s empowerment, digital innovation, and local economic development.

By bringing together stakeholders with different areas of expertise and responsibilities, the initiative provided a platform to exchange perspectives, identify local challenges, and discuss collaborative approaches to sustainable island development.

4. Empowering Expo: Gen Z for Impact

Binus Alam Sutera gelar Teach For Indonesia (TFI) Empowering Expo 2025, pameran yang mengusung semangat kolaborasi dan pengabdian masyarakat. (Foto: Robby Kurniawan/Aktual Tangerang)

BINUS University facilitated engagement between students and NGO partners through the Empowering Expo: Gen Z for Impact, held on 29–31 October 2025. Organised through Teach For Indonesia (TFI) and the Student Support Office (SSO) BINUS @Alam Sutera, the event featured NGO exhibitions and sharing sessions covering education, environmental sustainability, health, community empowerment, volunteering, and social impact.

The participating organisations included Yayasan Hati Suci, Red Nose Foundation, Yayasan Teman Baik, Bagi Dunia, PKBM Ekatapadi, and Global Peace Foundation. Through direct interaction with NGO representatives, students learned about community initiatives, discussed social and environmental challenges, and explored opportunities to contribute through volunteering and collaboration.

5. THE Global Sustainable Development Congress 2025

BINUS University participated in the THE Global Sustainable Development Congress 2025, an international forum focused on advancing sustainable development through higher education and cross-sectoral collaboration. The congress provided opportunities to engage with perspectives from universities, policymakers, government representatives, NGOs, and industry on global sustainability challenges and approaches to advancing the SDGs.

Through its participation, BINUS had the opportunity to exchange knowledge, learn from international sustainability initiatives, and explore approaches that could inform its research, education, and institutional sustainability activities.

Overall, these activities demonstrate BINUS University’s engagement in cross-sectoral dialogue through collaborative conferences, scientific forums, multi-stakeholder initiatives, direct engagement with NGOs, and participation in international sustainability events. By connecting stakeholders across different sectors, BINUS supports knowledge exchange, collaborative problem-solving, and the development of approaches to sustainability challenges that reflect diverse perspectives and community needs.