منطقة الجوف-جامعة الجوف

Introduction
 

Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3), also known as Global Goal 3, emphasizes "Good health and well-being," a critical component of sustainable development. It underscores the necessity to eradicate a variety of diseases and address numerous persistent and emerging health issues. The goal is also to examine how universities manage specific conditions and diseases, supporting their academic communities. SDG 3 highlights the need for everyone to enjoy healthy lifestyles and well-being at all ages, aiming for a world free from physical and psychological diseases. This can be achieved through high-quality health care systems that offer coverage and protection for everyone.

The interplay between good health and sustainable development is recognized in the 2030 Agenda, which considers the increasing economic and social disparities, rapid urbanization, environmental and climate threats, the ongoing impact of HIV and other infectious diseases, and new challenges like noncommunicable diseases. Universal health coverage is key to achieving SDG 3, eradicating poverty, and reducing inequalities. Action is also required for global health priorities not specifically mentioned in the SDGs, such as antimicrobial resistance.

In Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Health provides healthcare, public health promotion, and disease prevention. It establishes regulations for the public and private health sectors, oversees their performance, and focuses on research, academic training, and health investment. The healthcare sector in Saudi Arabia has undergone transformations, reshaping healthcare delivery in the country. Jouf University offers a Psychological Support Centre to assist students in achieving a balance of emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual well-being. The university provides numerous services, including counseling, health services, medical and emergency care, wellness resources, exercise facilities, sports, and recreation. Wellbeing is a crucial step towards good health. Students have access to various services like confidential mental health counseling, discussion groups, and online counseling options for those preferring not to meet in person. Group therapy is also available for interested students.

3.3 Health Impact
Jouf University aims to provide the entire community and the world to have access to excellent public health, for this reason it has contributed to its students by developing the health unit and health clinic which provide health services so that the academic community and staff are treated for any health problem that occurs either in the academic sessions or outside the sessions. The university also promotes health through wellness through sports events for students, staff and local community, conferences, and campaigns to ensure health, wellbeing and welfare.

3.3.3 Does your university as a body share sports facilities with the local community, for instance with local schools or with the general public?
§  With a total area of more than one hundred thousand square meters, the Sports City project is a national landmark in the façade of the University City in Jouf University.
https://twitter.com/JoufUniversity/status/1152655251138326528

The Sports City project is one of the latest projects of the University City in Al-Jawf region, and the project is located near the main gate of the city on the regional road between the cities of Sakakah and Douma Al-Jandal, with an area of more than one hundred thousand square meters, including many sports facilities and stadiums, and the Sports City will be a new landmark added to the list of projects completed at Al-Jawf University, providing distinguished services to the employees and students of the university and the youth of the region in the field of sports. The Director of the Projects, department at the University, Eng. Othman Al-Subaila, said that the Sports City project is being constructed in accordance with international specifications and includes stadiums and administrative buildings according to specifications identical to international cities, adding that the area of the football field is located on an area of (6000) square meters, attached to it "jogging track" while the stadium stands accommodate (10.000) spectators.

Engineer Othman Al-Sabila also explained that the project includes two basketball and five-a-side football and tennis courts with its walls and terraces, in addition to an outdoor Olympic swimming pool, a main administrative building and playgrounds for other activities, such as bowling, billiards, table tennis, squash, high-quality facilities for multiple sports, training halls and a doping room). The Director of the Projects Department stated that the area occupied by the buildings in the Sports City project is (18,137) square meters, including stadiums and other facilities in addition to parking lots. It is worth mentioning that the University City of Al-Jouf is witnessing the establishment of dozens of projects that will make a major leap in the educational and research process, and serve the community and develop it healthily, culturally, athletically and economically.

§  Judo Championship for Saudi Universities
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His Excellency the Rector inaugurated the Judo Championship for Saudi Universities organized by him and it is supervised by the Sports Federation of Saudi Universities, and hosted by Al Jouf University at the Al-Orouba Club Hall in Al-Jouf with the participation of 13 Saudi universities.

§  University's hiking event.
https://twitter.com/AljoufHaykng/status/1625222035822477313

In line with Jouf University's ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its community, the Deanship of Student Affairs, in a collaborative effort with the Saudi Universities Sports Federation, recently organized a significant hiking event. This event, a part of #Jouf_University's broader initiative, took place along the picturesque shores of Dumah Al Jandal Lake. The event was not just a showcase of the university's dedication to promoting physical wellness and outdoor activities, but also a testament to its role in fostering community engagement. It attracted a large and diverse group of participants, drawing people from various age groups and backgrounds, reflecting the university's inclusive approach and its impact on all facets of society.

§  Saudi Universities Sports Federation's Karate Championship
https://twitter.com/JoufUniversity/status/1451148853705588739

Under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency, the Minister of Education, a significant sporting event has been inaugurated - the 12th season of the Saudi Universities Sports Federation's Karate Championship. This prestigious event is being held in the sports hall of Jouf University, marking a notable moment in the university's and the federation's calendars. The championship stands as a testament to the commitment of Saudi Arabia's educational institutions in promoting not only academic excellence but also physical fitness and martial arts among students. This event is expected to draw a considerable number of participants from various universities, showcasing the skill and sportsmanship of students in the discipline of karate. It is a celebration of athletic talent and a reflection of the importance placed on physical education in the higher education sector of the Kingdom.

§  Jouf University Olympics
https://twitter.com/JoufUniversity/status/1720823514339459425

In conjunction with the significant arrival of the torch of the Saudi_Games in the Al-Jouf region, Jouf University is taking a notable step under the guidance and sponsorship of its esteemed President, Prof. Dr. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Shaye. The university is proud to announce the inauguration of the Jouf_University Olympics. This initiative is not just a sporting event; it's a comprehensive program aimed at fostering a culture of physical activity and sportsmanship. The university's Olympics is designed to encourage participation in sports, with a special focus on discovering and nurturing the athletic talents hidden among its students, both male and female, its faculty, and even extending to the local community. This event symbolizes the university's commitment to holistic development – blending academic excellence with physical wellbeing. It's an opportunity to bring together the university community and the local population, celebrating sports and the spirit of healthy competition.