Week 10 - Measurement, Indices and Indicators for Sustainable Development and SDG
This lecture was truly eye-opening in highlighting how measurable outcomes can propel sustainability efforts forward. The Malaysian Shariah Index particularly resonated with me, as its foundation in Maqasid Shariah echoes my personal conviction about justice and our role as khalifah. It reinforced my belief that our group project must deliver tangible, inclusive benefits for all stakeholders. One concrete idea I’m exploring is launching a composting program at IIUM. We could measure outputs like reductions in food waste volume and outcomes like enhanced soil fertility—directly tying to SDG 2 (Zero Hunger). The discussion on impact indicators (e.g., long-term community health benefits) helped me recognize the transformative potential of such initiatives beyond immediate results. This framework ensures our project isn’t just theoretical but creates lasting, meaningful change T ools and indexes designed to go beyond financial statistics Human Development Index (HDI) – Measures ...
