Day 3 Recap: Politeknik Piksi Ganesha’s Involvement at GSDC 2025 in Türkiye
Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence, Global Collaboration, and Youth Leadership for Sustainable Development
The third day of the Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) 2025 in Türkiye was filled with dynamic sessions tackling some of the most pressing global challenges—from the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to how universities can serve as transformative agents within their communities.
Politeknik Piksi Ganesha, represented by Ms. Ai Susi Susanti, S.ST., M.M., MOS, Vice Director for Academic Affairs, once again demonstrated its strong commitment to global dialogue and sustainable development through active participation in a series of impactful sessions and collaborative engagements.
Keynote Spotlight: AI vs Inequality – A Global Reckoning
Held at the Harbiye Auditorium, the keynote session “AI vs Inequality” explored how AI can be leveraged to accelerate progress in areas such as quality education, climate action, and the reduction of inequality. At the same time, the session raised crucial concerns regarding the digital divide and algorithmic bias, emphasizing the need for universities to embed AI ethics, inclusivity, and global cooperation in their curriculum, research, and institutional governance.
Politeknik Piksi Ganesha’s presence in this session underscores the critical role of vocational higher education institutions in ethically navigating the rapidly evolving AI landscape and contributing meaningfully to its development.
Universities as Catalysts for Sustainable Communities
During the session “Universities as Catalysts for Sustainable Communities” at Hamidiye Hall, speakers discussed how campuses can serve as transformation hubs through sustainable practices, inclusive partnerships, and socially responsible leadership. This vision closely aligns with Politeknik Piksi Ganesha’s mission of becoming a proactive agent of change both locally and globally.
Exploring Booths and Building Global Networks
At the global exhibition on Floor B5, representatives from Politeknik Piksi Ganesha explored university booths from countries including Hong Kong, Ecuador, and others. These engagements aim to foster international academic collaborations, student exchanges, and joint research projects—a strategic effort to strengthen the institution’s global competitiveness and connectivity.
Inspiring Change Through Social Innovation and Youth Leadership
Two sessions—“Empowering Changemakers” and “Voices of a Climate Generation”—spotlighted the role of social innovation, philanthropy, and youth leadership in addressing global challenges. The discussions highlighted how young leaders—particularly women entrepreneurs—are catalyzing systemic change through education, policy reform, and grassroots initiatives.
These themes resonate deeply with Politeknik Piksi Ganesha’s commitment to nurturing socially responsible, entrepreneurial, and globally aware students who are ready to become agents of sustainable transformation.Day 3 of GSDC 2025 marked another significant milestone for Politeknik Piksi Ganesha in its mission to lead vocational higher education towards global relevance and sustainability. Through continued engagement in thought-provoking discussions and international collaboration, the institution reaffirms its dedication to shaping a more adaptive, inclusive, and globally connected future.