The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, were
adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015 as a universal call to action to
end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and
prosperity by 2030.
What are the five basic principles that feed into all SDGs?
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) embraced the nature and
characteristics of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) but produced a more
comprehensive goal for all. We will breakdown the five key elements: People,
Planet, Prosperity, Peace and Partnership.
Why is 2030 so important?
That is why the 2030 Agenda is universal, applying to all countries and actors. It
requires all nations to take climate action, reduce unemployment, strengthen
gender equality and promote peaceful societies, to name a few, if the world is to
eradicate poverty and shift into a more sustainable development.
What is the role of the youth in achieving sustainable development goals?
The young generation simply needs to renew, refresh and maintain the current
status of the society. When the youth contributes his ideas and energy to resolve
the social issues, he becomes a capable leader and can also make a difference in
the lives of others. It is vital to raise awareness about the recently adopted 17 SDGs
and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development among youth, build a platform
for discussion, and create the conditions for active engagement.
17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
No Poverty
Goal 1End poverty in all its forms everywhere
Zero Hunger
Goal 2End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote
sustainable agriculture
Good Health & Wellbeing
Goal 3Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
Quality Education
Goal 4Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong
learning opportunities for all
Gender equality and women’s empowerment
Goal 5Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
Clean Water & Sanitation
Goal 6Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for
all
Affordable & Clean Energy
Goal 7Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
Decent Work & Economic Growth Hunger
Goal 8Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and
productive employment and decent work for all
Industry, Innovation, & Infrastructure
Goal 9Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable
industrialization and foster innovation
Reduced Inequalities
Goal 10 Reduce inequality within and among countries
Sustainable Cities
Goal 11 Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and
sustainable
Responsible Consumption & Production
Goal 12 Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Climate Action
Goal 13 Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts*
Life Below Water
Goal 14 Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources
for sustainable development
Life on Land
Goal 15 Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems,
sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land
degradation and halt biodiversity loss
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Goal 16 Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development,
provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive
institutions at all levels
Partnerships
Goal 17 Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global
partnership for sustainable development
