Influence of Community-Based and Service-Learning Initiatives on Learners’ Engagement in Promoting Sustainable Development

Community-based and service-learning have now emerged as powerful means for fostering sustainable development. Community-based service-learning programs are considered a practical means of advancing sustainable development. This paper examines the influence of these programs on students’ participation in accomplishing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4 (Quality Education) and 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). We tried to adopt an Empirical based Model approach to study the influence of community (Community-Based Learning) and service-based learning projects on student participation in sustainable development initiatives. The research aims to identify the benefits of community-based learning (CBL) and its current limitations in fostering sustainable development. We collected data from students in colleges and universities to shed light on their involvement in CBL activities and how their peers’ participation influences their engagement. Students recognize the importance of individual action and learning from peers in promoting sustainable development. Institutions should include service-learning programs to enhance education quality and prompt curriculum redesign to include practical experiences related to SDGs.