Luiss actively participates in numerous networks and associations with the aim of increasing its research project capacity, enhancing teaching, and contributing to initiatives focused on social engagement in the field of sustainability. Through its extensive involvement with associations, Luiss enriches and leads the debate on these issues, gaining exposure to the best national and international practices.

<p >List of networks and associations that Luiss is a member of in the areas of sustainability and international cooperation:

• CTN BIG - Blue Italian Growth National Technology Cluster: | https://clusterbig.it/|
  Recognized in 2018, this non-profit association is an open platform for all national stakeholders interested in Blue Growth— the long-term strategy to support sustainable growth in the marine and maritime sectors. The Association aims to create a single, nationwide platform that brings together businesses, consortia, research organizations, and more. CTN BIG's scientific side is represented by a large group of universities and all the public research organizations that, in various capacities, focus on the sea. The industrial side features the direct involvement of many leading players, both national and international, along with a significant presence of SMEs and regional partnerships, which also play a crucial role in connecting with the regions. From a financial standpoint, CTN BIG was established with funding split 50/50 between self-financing and external capital (a contribution from the Ministry of Education, Universities, and Research). Similar to other existing clusters, it operates without specific public funding, relying instead on membership fees to cover both its structural and administrative costs as well as the costs of its activities.
• UNAI – United Nations Academic Impact: |https://www.un.org/en/academicimpact|
  An initiative that aligns higher education institutions with the United Nations to support and contribute to achieving the UN’s goals and mandates in promoting global priorities, including peace, human rights, and sustainable development. Since 2010, UNAI has built a vibrant and diverse network of students, academics, scientists, researchers, think tanks, higher education institutions, and educational associations. Around 1,500 member institutions in over 147 countries collaborate with the United Nations, reaching more than 25 million people in the fields of education and research.
• RUS – Network of Universities for Sustainability: | https://reterus.it/ |
  Promoted by CRUI, since July 2015, it has been the first initiative for coordination and knowledge sharing among all Italian universities committed to environmental sustainability and social responsibility. Luiss has been a formal member since its establishment in 2017.
• International Universities Climate Alliance: | https://universitiesforclimate.org/| 
  It aims to serve as a central hub for universities to share climate research and foster greater collaboration among leading research teams, thereby supporting global leaders, policymakers, and industry in planning for and responding to climate change. The University supports the alliance's mission by dedicating itself to teaching and research not only in climate science but also in related fields such as adaptation and mitigation.
• Sustainability Makers – CSR Manager Network: | https://www.sustainability-makers.it/ |
  An Italian association that brings together professionals dedicated to defining and implementing sustainability strategies and projects within companies and other organizations. It works to qualify and promote these professionals, aiming to enhance their expertise and authority through training and networking, studies and research, conferences, workshops, and webinars.
• PRME - Principles for Responsible Management Education: |https://www.unprme.org/|
  Founded in 2007 and supported by the United Nations, its goal is to raise awareness about sustainability issues. It places a particular focus on universities and business and management schools to ensure that future leaders have the skills to integrate economic and sustainability objectives.
• European Universities: ENGAGE.EU Consortium: |http://engageuniversity.eu/|
  An alliance of Europe's leading universities in business, economics, and social sciences, dedicated to equipping European citizens with the skills and competencies needed to tackle society's key challenges. These existing and emerging challenges—such as digitalization and artificial intelligence, climate change, and migration—must be successfully addressed to ensure a sustainable and positive future. ENGAGE.EU will inspire active social engagement in Europe's present and future, and beyond.
• European network of independent nonproliferation and disarmament think tanks:
   |https://www.nonproliferation.eu/thinktanks-2-2/|
  The EU Consortium on Non-Proliferation and Disarmament was conceived as the beating heart of a European network of researchers eager to share the fruits of their work with colleagues, European authorities, and key decision-makers within EU member states.
• SDSN Italy - Sustainable Development Solutions Network: |http://www.sdsnitalia.it/|
  The national network for sustainable development of the UN SDSN, co-hosted by Luiss and the Eni Enrico Mattei Foundation, aims to increase knowledge and awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) among various societal groups. This is achieved through activities focused on finding solutions and improving the quality of public and private decisions to achieve the Goals. The global initiative was launched in 2012 by the UN Secretary-General with the aim of mobilizing scientific and technological expertise to promote practical problem-solving for sustainable development, including the design and implementation of the 17 SDGs and the Paris Climate Agreement.
• NeXt – A New Economy for All: | https://www.nexteconomia.org/ |
  The project was launched in 2011 to promote and create a new civil, participatory, and sustainable economy. It is a third-level social promotion association that builds networks among associations, businesses, public administrations, schools, universities, and citizens who work from the grassroots for the common good.
• GRLI - Globally Responsible Leadership Initiative: |https://grli.org /|
  A global organization that promotes the Sustainable Development Goals in business schools, and of which Luiss Business School has been a member for many years. It states that: “Responsible global leadership is the global exercise of ethical, values-based leadership in the pursuit of social progress and sustainable development. It is based on a fundamental recognition of the interconnectedness of the world.”
• Roma Mobilità: | https://romamobilita.it/it|<br > Roma Servizi per la Mobilità’s responsibilities include supporting mobility planning by designing transport networks, infrastructure, and services for mobility, along with the related decision support tools. It also ensures the preparation of planning instruments for mobility and the environment (General Urban Traffic Plan, Strategic Sustainable Mobility Plan). Roma Mobilità also carries out mobility planning activities, both for development scenarios and for updating the database with demographic and socio-economic data. As a point of contact and reference for informing and updating citizens, stakeholders, and technical experts on transportation issues, it provides them with all the information related to the studies it conducts from time to time.
• Food Council of Roma Capitale: | https://consigliodelcibodiromacapitale.it |
  The Council is an inclusive participatory forum where civil society, institutional entities, and industry associations come together to discuss and define a Food Plan. This plan will outline the city of Rome's agri-food policy for the coming years, guided by the principles of agro-ecological transition. Formally structured as a city council, it will be able to promote social initiatives within the framework of local food policies to be implemented in the city of Rome, formulate proposals and opinions, convene public assemblies, and propose the adoption of specific bills of rights.
• INAET - International Network on African Energy Transition: | https://www.worldenergynext.com/articolo/2024-02-5/international-network-african-energy-transition-25018923|
  The International Network on African Transition is an international network of experts dedicated to supporting the sustainable development of the African continent, respecting the priorities and approaches of all parties. It includes the participation of leading African and European international institutions, universities, and think tanks. 
• Link 2007 – Network Cooperation: | https://link2007.org/ |
  This network brings together 15 of Italy's most important and long-standing non-governmental organizations. Its goal is to connect the expertise of these organizations, which for decades have been working in dialogue with society and institutions to combat poverty, promote human development, and create a more equitable and just world. It was created to share and pool values, knowledge, experiences, and expertise, to strengthen development cooperation and humanitarian aid efforts, and to enhance their unique characteristics while preserving their core purpose.
• CISP – International Committee for the Development of Peoples: | https://www.developmentofpeoples.org/ |
  The International Committee for the Development of Peoples (CISP) is a civil society organization that has been active in international cooperation and the fight against social exclusion since 1983, operating in every region of the world. Today, CISP operates in over 30 countries, working to uphold fundamental rights and promote social inclusion, combat inequality and social injustice, create economic and social opportunities, and provide protection and social support for marginalized and excluded individuals seeking self-determination.
• AICS - Italian Agency for Development Cooperation: | https://www.aics.gov.it/ |
  The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation began operations in January 2016 with the ambition of aligning Italy with its key European and international partners in the commitment to development. The Agency follows a model used in all major European countries and must address the need for more professional and innovative cooperation, with the necessary flexibility in its tools to adapt to a constantly changing landscape. The Agency’s role is to handle the technical and operational tasks related to the preparation, formulation, financing, management, and monitoring of international cooperation initiatives.
• CUCS - University Coordination for Development Cooperation: | https://retecucs.it/ |
  The CUCS (University Coordination for Development Cooperation) is the network of Italian universities dedicated to development cooperation. It is supported by the CRUI (Conference of Italian University Rectors) to bring together the ideas and actions of the university community regarding cooperation for sustainable development.
• APEnet - Italian Network Association of Universities and Research Institutions for Public Engagement: | https://www.apenetwork.it/ |
  APEnet's main goal is to spread, promote, and enhance the culture and experiences of public engagement. The Network, which has been active since 2018, is transforming into an Association to consolidate and highlight the role that universities and research institutions play in shaping proposals and projects. These initiatives are based on the concept of Public Engagement as a set of institutional values and actions aimed at fostering social, cultural, and economic growth. Luiss is an observer within the APEnet network and actively participates in initiatives open to the community.​​​​​​​
• Stati Generali delle donne HUB: | https://www.statigeneralidelledonne.com/ |
  The Stati Generali delle Donne is a permanent coordination body established in 2014. This forum has become an authoritative voice for institutions working in the fields of labor policy, economics, finance, women’s issues, rights, culture, education, training, peace and dialogue, well-being, and development.