A Framework for Effective Implementation of Sustainability Leadership in Saudi Arabia Higher Education

Sustainability leadership has become essential in education institutions worldwide as it aims to address the urgent social challenges we face today. Saudi Arabia's ambitious Vision 2030 plan has also recognised the need for sustainable development across all sectors. However, more research must be conducted on sustainability leadership within Saudi Arabia's higher education institutions (HEIs). This study seeks to develop a framework for implementing sustainability leadership through a systematic review of the literature on sustainability leadership in Saudi universities. This review aims to understand the current state of sustainability initiatives in these institutions, identify implementation challenges, and develop strategies to develop a practical framework for sustainability leadership to guide institutions' journey towards sustainability. By implementing this framework, Saudi higher education can be transformed through sustainable leadership. The framework involves reorienting missions and fostering the commitment of stakeholders. In the long run, sustainability leadership can contribute to institutional and societal resilience by positively impacting a balanced set of performance indicators.