United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Before we left for India on our fellowship, we were given some resources to review. One of those resources was the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  As per their website, "The Sustainable Development Goals are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. They address the global challenges we face, including those related to poverty, inequality, climate, environmental degradation, prosperity, and peace and justice. The Goals interconnect and in order to leave no one behind, it is important that we achieve each Goal and target by 2030."  

They have an excellent website with great information, resources, and tips on how to take action including "The LAZY PERSON'S guide to SAVING the WORLD".  One of my favorite parts of the website is how it details the 17 goals identified and allows you to really explore each topic in depth. Each goal also includes quick "facts and figures", specific goal targets, and additional links.  At the end of each page is an additional resource on Why that goal matters and how to learn more about it.

Another take action link on their webpage is the "Be the Change" Initiative that encourages us all to "walk the talk" and personalize our intentions in our own lives.  "Every little step helps--inform your family, your friends and your community about simple actions they can take in their daily lives." You can also find the link to 170 Daily Actions to Transform the World or print out a brochure on it. (Language Arts teachers make sure to note this brochure comes in 8 different languages!)


Those 17 goals are as follows:

Goal 1: No Poverty

Goal 2: Zero Hunger

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being

Goal 4: Quality Education

Goal 5: Gender Equality

Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities

Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Goal 12: Responsible Production and Consumption

Goal 13: Climate Action

Goal 14: Life Below Water

Goal 15: Life On Land

Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Goal 17: Partnership for the Goals


For more details on these goals

https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/

You can also follow them on social media:

Twitter: @GlobalGoalsUN

Facebook: Global Goals for Sustainable Development