About
Centre for Sustainable Development Studies
The Centre for Sustainable Development Studies (CSDS) brings together researchers at the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Amsterdam. They look at sustainability from different angles, such as how people use products, how local and global problems are connected, and how humans relate to nature.
At CSDS, sustainability means more than just caring for the environment. It also includes fighting poverty, reducing inequality, and improving people’s lives. The centre was started in 2015 by the Amsterdam Institute for Social Science Research.
Mission
The goal is to help create a fair and sustainable society. To do this, CSDS organises talks, workshops, and conferences. It also gives out grants and funding.
Outside the university, CSDS works with social organizations and helps shape ideas that matter for society.