Reduce everyday impacts of poverty
As the SDG Ambassador for SDG 1: No Poverty, I understand that poverty takes many forms and can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or race. Poverty is not just about money; it also impacts access to basic needs such as nutritious food, safe housing, clean water, and utilities—essentials that shape a person’s quality of life. To address this complex issue, I am especially interested in working with the ambassadors of SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality) to organize food drives and tackle period poverty. These actions can help reduce the everyday impacts of poverty on people’s lives.
Clara van Waart
SDG 1: No poverty
Reducing food waste
Currently, the average individual in Rotterdam discards about 94 kilograms of food waste each year. As an SDG ambassador for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), I am committed to reducing food waste and developing long-term solutions for our campus and the broader Rotterdam community. I am also focused on promoting sustainable production and consumption practices, as these are essential for addressing hunger and fostering a healthier environment. My project this year consists of raising awareness among students and the university. I also aim to organize workshops that will show people that there are solutions available and that positive change is possible. I hope to contribute to a more sustainable future for all.
Alix Keller
SDG 2: Zero hunger
Promoting a holistic view of health
Health is a holistic state encompassing physical, mental, and social well-being rather than merely the absence of disease. As an SDG 3 ambassador, I am passionate about promoting this holistic view. My role focuses on creating workshops that help students to choose healthier lifestyles and develop conscious routines. By initiating practical, engaging activities, I strive to combine nutrition education, mindfulness, and hands-on cooking sessions to inspire lasting, positive lifestyle changes. By addressing both mind and body, my goal is to cultivate a culture of well-being on campus.
Thalia Dunz
SDG 3: Good health and well-being
Accessible education
Hello! I’m Candela Cara, SDG 4 Ambassador! I’m really excited to be the voice for Quality Education at our university. Education is the foundation for change—it helps break barriers, empowers individuals, and builds a brighter, more equal world. That’s why I’m passionate about supporting SDG 4, which makes sure everyone has access to the education they deserve. Right now, I’m working on a fundraising project to help an amazing NGO in Cambodia (Khemara Association) that’s dedicated to giving children in remote areas the chance to learn. Education can change their lives—and with your support, we can make it happen. Let’s come together to help these kids and make education accessible to all. Join me in raising funds and spreading the word!
Candela Cara Peralta
SDG 4: Quality education
FLINTA support and the role of men in achieving gender equality
Our world is far from achieving gender equality by 2030. While it would take us another 140 years only to achieve equal gender representation in leadership, other targets fall even further behind. My mission is to encourage FLINTA* individuals (women, lesbians, intersex, non-binary, trans, and agender people) to pursue their goals and support them in decision-making. Additionally, I aim to foster discussions with men about their critical role in achieving gender equality. Through small actions, I hope to help bring gender equality closer to being on track.
Elisa Hentrich
SDG 5: Gender equality
Protecting our water ecosystems together
Water is vital, yet access to clean water and sanitation remains a pressing global challenge. SDG 6 aims to address these issues through ensuring access to safe drinking water for everyone, reducing pollution, improving water management, and protecting water-related ecosystems. As the ambassador for SDG 6, I am committed to raising awareness and encouraging local and tangible actions. I look forward to collaborating with Jeroen, ambassador for SDG 14, to organise a beach and river cleanup, inviting the RSM community to unite to participate in direct efforts. Through this and other initiatives on campus and on social media, I am enthusiastic about inspiring engagement to make a positive impact!
Julie Guerin
SDG 6: Clean water and sanitation
Bridging the gap between businesses and students
Energy is not only essential for our daily lives but also plays a crucial role in the advancement of technologies, including AI. This year, as the Ambassador for SDG 7— ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all—I amdedicated to raising awareness among students about the energy sector. By bridging the gap between businesses and fostering transparent communication, we can provide clearer insights into how business students can engage with the renewable energy sector and explore potential career opportunities.
Vivian Liao
SDG 7: Affordable and clean energy
Creating Opportunities for Youth
As the Ambassador for SDG 8, I am committed to advancing Decent Work and Economic Growth through workshops that offer meaningful learning and growth opportunities. These initiatives are designed to aid young people as they enter the job market and to address critical issues such as financial illiteracy. I believe that by educating and inspiring not only emerging talent but also everyone around us, we can actively contribute to building a better future – a future that is not utopian but instead a positive reflection of our actions towards achieving the sustainable goals.
Marta Luís
SDG 8: Decent work and economic growth
Stronger connections between education and industry
As an ambassador for SDG 9, I am committed to encourage stronger connections between education and industry. I aim explore how to create opportunities for students to work on real business challenges as part of their coursework, providing valuable insights for companies while offering students practical experience. How can we bridge academic learning with industry needs? I hope to inspire sustainable innovation and help prepare fellow students to address actual industrial challenges, connecting education to industry practice.
Iordanis Prodromou
SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
A space for first-generation students
I'm proud to be a Student Ambassador for the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities. At Erasmus University, I'm passionate about ensuring all students have the opportunity to thrive. This year, I'm focusing my efforts on establishing a dedicated space for first-generation students. This initiative will provide a supportive network, foster a sense of belonging, and promote academic success. My goal is to create a lasting impact by building an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and empowers first-generation students to reach their full potential.
Irene Taverna
SDG 10: Reduced inequalities
Building healthy habits.
Maintaining our lifestyles while having a neutral impact on our environment should be a priority, considering the current state of the world. As the SDG 11 Ambassador, I plan to engage in developing sustainable habits for freshmen that enjoy our campus.
Mihnea Stoian
SDG 11: Sustainable cities and communities
Fostering awareness and transforming consumption habits
As a passionate advocate for sustainability and SDG12 Ambassador, I am committed to advancing responsible consumption and production practices throughout the year. My primary focus is on fostering greater awareness of recycling behaviors, transforming consumption habits on campus, and inspiring companies to adopt more sustainable practices.To drive this mission, I am leading several strategic initiatives:
1. Collaborating with Spar, our university shop, to promote responsible consumption practices.
2. Launching a recycling awareness program, “A Green and Happiness University,” to encourage sustainable behaviors among the university community.
3. Organizing events that provide a platform for students and faculty to share insights and deepen their commitment to sustainability.
I am commited to contribute to our mission: “Being a force for a positive change”, I will do my best to create a more sustainable future for our campus.
Nam Dang
SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production
Be the Change: Small Steps for a Greener Future
In a world facing pressing environmental challenges, climate action is no longer just a global issue, it’s a local and personal one. We know that students at Rotterdam School of Management will be tomorrow’s decision-makers, holding the potential to drive meaningful change. As an ambassador for Sustainable Development Goal 13 (Climate Action), my mission is to make climate action accessible and impactful, even in the midst of busy student lives.
My strategy centers on the power of small, attainable actions. By empowering students with achievable steps, we create a collective force that demonstrates how such actions can accumulate to produce a significant impact. Together, we can transform individual commitment into collective progress, proving that every choice we make contributes to a more sustainable future. This all adds up to RSM's vision of becoming a force for positive change.
Emelie Kaml
SDG 13: Climate action
Turn the tide on water pollution
As an open-water scuba instructor, my connection to the ocean runs deep, which is why I feel personally committed to SDG 14: Life Below Water. Over the years, I’ve participated in countless beach and ocean cleanups, whether on solo shoreline strolls, in organised groups, or through ocean cleanup dives. Now, I’m eager to amplify this passion by preventing waste from reaching our oceans and inspiring others to join me in organised river and beach cleanups across Rotterdam and Hoek van Holland. My mission goes beyond just removing trash. By tracing each item back to its source and repurposing it into creative, impactful displays, I aim to raise awareness and drive meaningful change. I hope to ignite a local movement, encouraging people to take ownership of their environments and protect our waters for generations to come. Together, we can turn the tide on ocean pollution, starting right in our own communities by simply choosing not to ignore the trash on our streets. Every small action counts, and by tackling litter where we live, we are preventing it from making its way into rivers and oceans.
Jeroen Spijker
SDG 14: Life below water
Erasmus Green Guide for Sustainable Campus Living
As an SDG 15 Ambassador, my project this year is to create the Erasmus Green Guide. This guide will raise awareness of local biodiversity and eco-friendly habits among the campus community. By providing information on campus green spaces and sustainable lifestyle tips, the guide will support biodiversity, reduce ecological footprints, and foster a stronger connection between students, staff, and the environment.
Eleni Roussopoulou
SDG 15: Life on land
Promoting Understanding & Recognizing Interconnectedness
We live in an increasingly unpredictable world where the concepts of peace, justice, and strong institutions are continually tested. For me, the Sustainable Development Goals reflect our fundamental principles and shape the way we should relate to one another. I believe now, more than ever, we must actively choose to uphold and defendthese principles. My motivation for being an ambassador for SDG 16 lies in a deep commitment to promoting understanding and engagement with issues surrounding peace, justice, and institutional integrity.
These three concepts are profoundly intertwined and cannot be effectively pursued in isolation. True peace is unsustainable without justice, and justice cannot thrive without strong institutions that uphold fairness and accountability. Each relies on the others to create a society where people feel safe, valued, and empowered. My goal as an ambassador is to raise awareness of this interconnectedness and highlight the importance of addressing them as a unified framework.
Rebecca Limentani
SDG 16: Peace, justice and strong institutions
Fostering Multi-Level Collaboration for Sustainable Development
Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals requires ambitious action and, most importantly, strong partnerships across all levels. As the Ambassador for SDG 17 of Erasmus University Rotterdam, I aim to foster meaningful collaboration by connecting our university community with key decision-makers. This includes organizing a trip to Brussels, where students can engage directly with Members of the European Parliament to deepen their understanding of sustainable development and explore opportunities for impactful cooperation.
Manon Antonacci
SDG 17: Partnership for the goals