Telkom University’s Commitment to Reducing Inequalities

Through the SDGs Report 2024, Telkom University continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to promoting equality and inclusion by publishing progress against SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities, both individually and within its annual sustainability report. This initiative reflects the university’s consistent effort to ensure that education, technology, and innovation are accessible to all segments of society, including vulnerable and marginalized groups.

In alignment with SDG 10, Telkom University implements numerous community service programs aimed at reducing social, economic, and digital inequalities. Among its impactful initiatives is a training program for entrepreneurship branding for the deaf community at SLBN Cicendo Bandung, organized by the Faculty of Communication and Social Sciences. This program empowers individuals with hearing impairments by enhancing their entrepreneurial skills and promoting economic independence through creative business practices.

Another significant project includes the implementation of a navigation application for the visually impaired (difabelnetra) at Cicendo Eye Hospital, Bandung, developed by the Faculty of Industrial Engineering. This innovation provides visually impaired individuals with better access to information and mobility within healthcare facilities, demonstrating Telkom University’s dedication to technological inclusion and accessibility.

Furthermore, Telkom University’s Faculty of Economics and Business conducted a Financial Literacy Training Series focusing on family financial planning, aimed at enhancing financial awareness and reducing inequalities in financial management across different communities. Meanwhile, other projects such as political literacy awareness programs and data security training for local governments and MSMEs also contribute to social empowerment, digital inclusivity, and equal access to knowledge and opportunity.

These collective initiatives are driven by the university’s Digital Collaboration for Sustainability (DCS) framework, which adopts a penta-helix model, collaborating with academia, government, industry, communities, and the media, to ensure inclusive participation in sustainable development. Through this model, Telkom University fosters a culture of empathy, accessibility, and equity, where innovation serves as a bridge for empowerment and social justice.

By maintaining the principle of Publication of SDG Reports – per SDG, Telkom University ensures transparency and accountability in documenting its progress against SDG 10, providing measurable outcomes and inspiring continuous improvement. These actions not only strengthen its role as a transformative academic institution but also contribute meaningfully to building a more inclusive, equitable, and resilient society for all.