International Conference
Manipal Global SDG Convergence
Higher Educational Institutions Driving the change
Manipal Global SDG Convergence – 2026 (MAGSCON–26) is a three-day international conference hosted by the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). The event aims to showcase and strengthen our collective commitment to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This convergence will bring together a diverse spectrum of stakeholders, including academicians, policymakers, NGO leaders, community representatives, students, researchers, media professionals, industry partners, and government officials. With participation from MAHE’s international collaborators, the conference aims to foster meaningful dialogue, exchange best practices, co-develop innovative solutions, and strengthen action toward sustainable development.
The conference includes invited talks, panel discussions, thematic sessions, workshops, and interactive forums covering all 17 SDGs, with emphasis on their global, national, and local relevance. Participants will engage with thought leaders, explore real-world case studies, and develop pathways for impactful action.
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to
be University, began its journey in 1953 by establishing India’s first self-financing
medical college through a unique public–private partnership model. Over the years,
MAHE has grown into a globally recognised multidisciplinary university and was
conferred Deemed-to-be University status in 1993.
MAHE is home to over 35,000 students from 60+ countries, supported by 3,000+ faculty and
10,000+ staff across diverse professional disciplines including Health Sciences,
Engineering, Management, Communication, Humanities, Liberal Arts, and Social
Sciences.
MAHE is committed to the principles of sustainability, global citizenship, and the United
Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reflected in its academic practices,
research contributions, institutional policies, and community engagement.
Expert insights on higher education, sustainability, and public policy.
Engage in focussed dialogues on Sustainable development goals
Collaborate to exchange ideas, knowledge, and solutions.
Together we move towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals
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