Culture and Arts in the Philippines and SDG

Sustainable Development Goals

These are a global call to action end poverty, protect the earth’s environment and climate, and ensure that people everywhere can enjoy peace and prosperity

1. No poverty

2. Zero Hunger

3. Good health and well-being

4. Quality Education

5. Gender Equality

6. Clean water and sanitation

7. Affordable and clean energy

8. Decent work and economic growth

9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure

10. Reduced inequalities

11. Sustainable cities and communities

12. Responsible consumption and production

13. Climate action

14. Life below water

15. Life on land

16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

17. Partnerships for the goals

Sustainable Development Goals in the Philippines

No Poverty

SDG - Indigenous crafts can provide livelihood opportunities, helping to alleviate poverty among indigenous communities by creating sustainable income sources.

Zero Hunger

SDG - By promoting indigenous crafts, communities can generate income to improve access to food and nutrition.

Good Health and Well-being

SDG - Engaging in creative activities like crafts can contribute to the well-being of indigenous artisans, providing therapeutic benefits and reducing stress.

Quality Education

SDG - Preserving and passing down traditional crafts through education programs ensures the continuity of cultural heritage while also providing skills training for future generations.

Gender Equality

SDG - Supporting indigenous women artisans in their craft endeavors promotes gender equality and empowers them economically and socially.

Clean Water and Sanitation

SDG - Sustainable crafting practices can minimize water pollution and promote responsible use of water resources in indigenous communities.

Affordable and Clean Energy

SDG - Encouraging the use of eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient techniques in crafting helps reduce environmental impact and promotes sustainable development.

Decent Work and Economic Growth

SDG - Indigenous crafts can stimulate economic growth by creating local markets for artisanal products and fostering entrepreneurship within indigenous communities.

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

SDG - Investing in infrastructure for artisanal production facilities and supporting innovative designs can enhance the competitiveness of indigenous crafts in the global market.

Reduced Inequality

SDG - Promoting and valuing indigenous crafts can help reduce inequality by providing marginalized communities with opportunities for economic participation and cultural recognition.

Sustainable Cities and Communities

SDG - Indigenous crafts contribute to the cultural richness of urban areas and promote sustainable consumption by offering locally-made, environmentally-friendly products.

Responsible Consumption and Production

SDG - Supporting indigenous crafts encourages consumers to choose sustainable, handcrafted products over mass-produced alternatives, promoting responsible consumption patterns.

Climate Action

SDG - Traditional crafting techniques often utilize natural materials and sustainable practices, contributing to climate resilience and mitigating the environmental impact of production.

Life Below Water

SDG - Indigenous crafts can raise awareness of marine conservation issues by incorporating materials sourced sustainably from marine ecosystems and promoting eco-friendly practices.

Life on Land

SDG - Indigenous crafts can support biodiversity conservation efforts by promoting the use of locally-sourced materials and traditional knowledge of sustainable resource management.

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

SDG - Investing in indigenous crafts can foster social cohesion and strengthen cultural identity within indigenous communities, contributing to peace and justice.

Partnerships for the Goals

SDG - Collaborating with indigenous communities, government agencies, NGOs, and private sector organizations can leverage resources and expertise to support the development and promotion of indigenous crafts for sustainable development.