Part 1 Conference "ConnectED: STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPSFOR GLOBAL ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT"

Day 1 of the International Scientific Conference “CONNECT_ED: Strategic Partnerships for Global Academic Engagement”, hosted by Sumy National Agrarian University within the framework of the DAAD-funded project ConnectED: German–Ukrainian University Network for Empowering Higher Education in Environmental Protection and Nature Conservation. The opening day brought together researchers, university representatives, students, and practitioners from Ukraine, Germany, and other countries to discuss international academic cooperation, sustainable development, environmental protection, and future perspectives for higher education partnerships. The conference served as a platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and strengthening collaboration between Ukrainian and German universities. This recording includes the opening session, welcome addresses, and keynote presentations delivered on the first day of the conference.