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NTNU's mission in society encompasses the expectations placed on NTNU by the nation as well as the world community, and the challenges in society that the university wishes to address. This is a governing principle for our activities.
As a university, NTNU has a particular responsibility for long-term basic research and academic development. They aim to offer research-based education at all levels, emphasizing postgraduate studies and doctoral degrees. They will disseminate knowledge and manage expertise in nature, culture, society and technology. NTNU will be a bearer of culture and will contribute to innovation in society, industry, and public-sector activities.
The Sendai Framework Voluntary Commitments (SFVC) online platform allows stakeholders to inform the public about their work on DRR. The SFVC online platform is a useful toolto know who is doing what and where for the implementation of the Sendai Framework, which could foster potential collaboration among stakeholders. All stakeholders (private sector, civil society organizations, academia, media, local governments, etc.) working on DRR can submit their commitments and report on their progress and deliverables.