The SDU's services are in harmony with the 'community engagement element of the university's mission, as outlined in the ag¶Ä²© Charter (Article 4), i.e.
“To excel in teaching and learning… and community service … in a collegial and stimulating environment and participate in the production, development, and dissemination of knowledge and interact with national and international communities". (ag¶Ä²© Charter, Article 4)
The SDU’s endeavours to provide services which are also aligned with enabler 4.5 Community Engagement and relevant strategies A, B, and C of the strategic plan 2016- 2040 (p.30- 31) [ag¶Ä²© Strategic Plan, 2016-2040], which is as follows
"To expand the university's role in socio-economic development through effective partnerships" (Strategic Plan, 2016- 2040, p. 30).
As an academic unit, the CPS encourages its staff to engage in community service. This approach to community service is also reflected in criteria two of the CPS Promotion document.