In Fall 2024, San Diego State University (SDSU) student researchers enrolled in Dr. Norah Shultz’s Sociology 407 course collaborated with National City and SDSU’s Sage Project to support ongoing efforts aimed at improving transportation access, safety, and sustainability in District 1. This collaboration was part of a larger initiative tied to the City’s Sustainable Mobility […]
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This report presents the findings of an applied anthropology partnership between students in Anthropology 531: Methods in Applied Anthropology at San Diego State University and the City of National City, conducted through the SDSU Sage Project. The class sought to answer the question:“According to community members, what are the obstacles to sustainable mobility in National […]
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This report is a result of the collaborative partnership between the Black Women’s Resilience Project (BWRP) and the Sage Project at San Diego State University (SDSU). The BWRP, a project sponsored by Jewish Family Service of San Diego (JFSSD), is a guaranteed income (GI) program intended to uplift low-income Black women and their families out […]
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The City of Tempe is a dynamic and innovative community located in the heart of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. Home to more than 190,000 residents and the Arizona State University Tempe Campus, the City is committed to advancing sustainable, inclusive, and forward-thinking policies that enhance quality of life for all. As part of these efforts, […]
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The City of Tolleson, located in the West Valley of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area, is committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and affordable community for its more than 7,000 residents and thousands of daily commuter and industry visitors. As the City has reached 90% build-out, and simultaneously the General Plan 2024 has reached its maturity, […]
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The City of Chandler, located in the southeastern Phoenix Metropolitan Area, is a thriving community of innovation seeking to plan a sustainable future for its residents, businesses, and visitors. With an increasing interest in advancing sustainability initiatives, particularly around water use and conservation, the Parks & Recreation Division of the Community Services Department is interested […]
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The Green Technology & Sustainable Education Conference at Ajou University Tashkent (AUT), chaired by Professor Dr Che Zalina Zulkifli, is a major regional platform to accelerate green innovation, green university transformation, and sustainable education across Uzbekistan. The conference follows the EPIC-N Model by connecting university expertise with local environmental authorities, industry partners, and communities to […]
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This project, led by Professor Dr Che Zalina Zulkifli, introduces Smart Farming and Low-Cost DIY Farming technologies to support community farmers and student learning in Samarinda, Kalimantan. The initiative addresses the need for affordable, scalable, and sustainable farming methods suitable for both rural and urban communities. The approach aligns fully with the EPIC-N Model, which […]
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The EduGreen Compost Program at UPSI is a flagship sustainability initiative designed to strengthen environmental education, green lifestyle adoption, and community practice, while embedding sustainability within the academic curriculum. Led by Prof. Dr. Che Zalina Zulkifli, this programme integrates: The initiative reflects the EPIC-N philosophy: a real-world sustainability challenge matched with university expertise and an […]
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Aligned EPIC Model: Community-Driven Sustainable Development through University–Local Government Partnerships The E-Sport EduGreen Environmental Education Initiative is an innovative, youth-focused sustainability programme that integrates digital engagement, E-sports culture, environmental literacy, and community behavioural change.Developed and led by Prof. Dr. Che Zalina Zulkifli, this initiative has rapidly expanded across Malaysian communities, involving: This model demonstrates an […]
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