What are the Sustainable Development Goals?
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, were adopted by the United Nations in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that by 2030 all people enjoy peace and prosperity.
The 17 SDGs are integrated—they recognize that action in one area will affect outcomes in others, and that development must balance social, economic and environmental sustainability.
Countries have committed to prioritize progress for those who’re furthest behind. The SDGs are designed to end poverty, hunger, AIDS, and discrimination against women and girls.
The creativity, knowhow, technology and financial resources from all of society is necessary to achieve the SDGs in every context.
Sustainable Development Goals
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, were adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. These goals aim to address global challenges and achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. Here’s a brief overview of the 17 SDGs:
Zero Hunger
End hunger, achieve food security, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.
Good Health and Well-being
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for people of all ages.
Quality Education
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Clean Water and Sanitation
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
Affordable and Clean Energy
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.
Responsible Consumption and Production
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.
Life Below Water
Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development.
Life on Land
Protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, manage forests sustainably, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, and halt biodiversity loss.
Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
Promote peaceful and inclusive societies, provide access to justice for all, and build effective, accountable institutions.
Partnerships for the Goals
Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.