Oasis of Radical Wellbeing

Building socially sustainable academic communities

Social sustainability in academic communities requires leading from the future. Its foundation is a vision that encompasses inclusivity, diversity, wellbeing and the power of social interactions.

A green textile SDG cube on the ground — Sakari Heiskanen / Aalto 2024

In our daily lives, we engage in numerous interactions that hold the potential to foster strong connections and enhance our community's social fabric. Building a culture steeped in respect, belonging, and social justice demands collective action from all of us. Each individual can contribute their part, but there are moments when we must summon the courage to challenge existing structures and drive transformative change, even if it means a radical shift. The primary responsibility for nurturing social sustainability resides within the practices of the organizations that govern our activities. Remember, together, we have the power to bring about change! 

Discover the secrets to cultivating a vibrant and sustainable academic community through enlightening videos. These videos offer unique insights into fortifying community resilience, nurturing the wellbeing of educators, students and staff, and fostering diversity and inclusive dialogues.

Aaltogether

Information, training and services to help us in building a community where everyone belongs.

Sustainable wellbeing in teaching

Pedagogical wellbeing entails both teacher and student perspectives. These pages serve as a teachers' reference and study package for improving wellbeing in teaching and studies at Aalto.