The role of the Faculty of Psychology of Universitas YARSI as co-host institution in ICAEPSS 2026 emphasizes the urgency of building a strong ecosystem of international collaboration in promoting advancement of research and education at the global level. This activity is designed to create an academic dialogue platform that facilitates the exchange of ideas, research methodologies, and best practices among academics from various countries, particularly in the context of Indonesia’s unique and relevant perspectives. Through its role as co-host, Universitas YARSI demonstrates its commitment to enhancing institutional visibility on the international stage, strengthening research and education capacity based on global standards, and actively contributing to the development of knowledge responsive to contemporary social challenges. This international collaboration supports the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Goal 4: Quality Education by facilitating the exchange of cutting-edge knowledge and educational methodologies among global institutions, Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by empowering local perspectives and researchers from developing countries to contribute to global academic discourse, and Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals through strategic collaboration between higher education institutions in Indonesia and Australia in building an inclusive, sustainable research and education ecosystem oriented toward solving global social problems. Through this role, Universitas YARSI positions itself as an institution committed to academic excellence and knowledge development with positive impact on societal and global advancement.

The “YARSI Cares for Rare Diseases” activity organized by Universitas YARSI aligns with the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on several important points. Goal 3 on Good Health and Well-being is promoted by raising public awareness and knowledge about rare diseases that are often overlooked, providing access to quality health information from leading medical experts, and offering free health services in the form of chromosome analysis for rare disease patient communities in need, supporting early detection and more optimal management of rare diseases. Goal 4 on Quality Education is advanced by providing education and learning forums on rare diseases to communities, patient families, and health workers, enhancing comprehensive understanding of diagnosis, treatment, and psychosocial support for rare disease patients. Goal 10 on Reduced Inequalities is addressed by providing equal access to health information and medical services for rare disease patient communities who are often marginalized in the general health system, increasing visibility and recognition of rare diseases at community and government levels. Additionally, Goal 17 on Partnerships for the Goals is achieved through strategic collaboration among higher education institutions (Universitas YARSI), rare disease patient community organizations (IRD), genetic research institutions (GenomikA Saius Indonesia), and the ministry of health in building a more inclusive and responsive health ecosystem to the needs of rare disease patients. This activity also demonstrates the role of higher education institutions as social change agents that care about complex public health issues requiring multidisciplinary and collaborative approaches.

The National Seminar on Hajj Health 2026 organized by Universitas YARSI aligns with the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across several key points Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being by strengthening the examination system and health standards for hajj pilgrims to ensure every pilgrim is in healthy condition and able to perform the pilgrimage safely, increasing preparedness in preventing and managing communicable and non-communicable diseases during the hajj pilgrimage, and providing health education to prospective pilgrims about the importance of physical and mental preparation before departure; Goal 4: Quality Education through dissemination of scientific and practical knowledge about hajj health management to health workers, academics, and the wider public, increasing the capacity of health human resources in providing optimal services for hajj pilgrims; Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by ensuring access to quality and equitable health services for all Indonesian hajj pilgrims without discrimination, promoting the equalization of hajj health service standards across all regions; and Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals through strategic collaboration among higher education institutions (Universitas YARSI), the Ministry of Health RI (Hajj Health Center), Bappenas (Directorate of Community Health and Nutrition), health workers, and other stakeholders in creating a safe, healthy, and quality hajj pilgrimage service system. This seminar also supports government efforts in fulfilling the state’s obligation to protect and ensure the safety of citizens performing the hajj pilgrimage as one of the pillars of Islam.

The evaluation and analysis activity of DKI Jakarta’s Raperda and Perda from a human rights perspective conducted by the Faculty of Law of Universitas YARSI aligns with the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across several key points such as Goal 4: Quality Education by directly involving students in practice-based learning of actual legal development processes, providing valuable experience in public policy analysis and legal studies that can enhance students’ academic and professional competencies; Goal 5: Gender Equality by ensuring that evaluated regional regulations do not contain elements of gender discrimination and provide equal protection for women and men; Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by evaluating whether Raperda and Perda provide fair protection for all levels of society without discrimination, ensuring no vulnerable groups are marginalized in the implementation of regional regulations; Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities by promoting the formation of regional regulations that support the development of Jakarta as an inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable city that respects citizens’ rights; Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions by strengthening the rule of law and ensuring access to justice for all through human rights-based regulatory evaluation, promoting the formation of local government institutions that are accountable and responsive to human rights; and Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals through strategic collaboration among higher education institutions (Universitas YARSI), the Ministry of Law and Human Rights, and the Provincial Government of DKI Jakarta in building a regional legal system that is just, human rights-based, and supports the achievement of sustainable development in the nation’s capital.

The international public lecture “Girls in STEM” organized by Universitas YARSI aligns with the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across several key points: Goal 4: Quality Education by providing a high-quality learning platform featuring experts and Nobel laureates to share knowledge and experiences with students and the general public, while promoting inclusive access to STEM education for all without discrimination; Goal 5: Gender Equality with a primary focus on empowering women and girls in STEM fields, addressing systemic barriers that hinder women’s participation in science and technology, and creating awareness about the importance of women’s representation in innovation and scientific research; Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth by opening career opportunities in STEM fields for women that can increase economic participation and create a more diverse and inclusive skilled workforce; Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by removing barriers to access education and careers in STEM for underrepresented groups, particularly women and girls, thus creating more equitable opportunities in science and technology fields; and Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals through strategic collaboration among Universitas YARSI, Plan Indonesia, Plan International’s Global Girls Foundation, the Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, and global leaders in science and pharmaceutical industry to create an inclusive, sustainable STEM ecosystem that empowers future generations without gender limitations.