Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Overview

Flashcards covering the key concepts, definitions, and targets related to the Sustainable Development Goals.

SDG 1

No poverty; aims to eradicate extreme poverty for all people everywhere.

Extreme poverty

Living on less than $1.25 a day, affecting over 600 million people globally.

Target 1.1

By 2030, eradicate extreme poverty for all people everywhere.

Zero hunger

SDG 2; aims to ensure all people have safe, nutritious, and sufficient food year-round.

Target 2.1

By 2030, end hunger and ensure access to safe and nutritious food for all.

Target 2.2

End all forms of malnutrition, including stunting and wasting in children under 5.

Good health and well-being

SDG 3; focuses on reducing disease and improving healthcare access.

Target 3.1

Reduce maternal mortality to less than 70 deaths per 100,000 live births.

Quality education

SDG 4; provides free, high-quality education and ensures equal learning opportunities.

Target 4.1

Ensure all children complete quality primary and secondary education.

Gender equality

SDG 5; aims to eliminate discrimination against women and girls.

Target 5.1

End all forms of discrimination against women and girls everywhere.

Clean water and sanitation

SDG 6; ensures availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.

Target 6.1

Ensure universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water.

Affordable and clean energy

SDG 7; ensure access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy for all.

Target 7.1

Ensure universal access to affordable, reliable, and modern energy services.

Decent work and economic growth

SDG 8; promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth and decent work for all.

Target 8.5

Achieve full employment and decent work for all women and men, including equal pay.

Industry, innovation and infrastructure

SDG 9; build resilient infrastructure and foster innovation.

Target 9.1

Develop quality, reliable, and resilient infrastructure to support economic growth.

Reduced inequalities

SDG 10; aims to reduce inequality within and among countries.

Target 10.3

Ensure equal opportunities and reduce discrimination through fair policies.

Sustainable cities and communities

SDG 11; make cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

Target 11.1

Ensure access to adequate, safe, and affordable housing and basic services for all.

Responsible consumption and production

SDG 12; combat waste and promote resource efficiency and sustainable practices.

Target 12.3

Halve global food waste at the retail and consumer levels.

Climate action

SDG 13; urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.

Target 13.2

Integrate climate change measures into national policies and strategies.

Life below water

SDG 14; conserve and sustainably use marine resources.

Target 14.1

Reduce marine pollution from land-based activities.

Life on land

SDG 15; protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.

Target 15.1

Ensure conservation and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.

Peace, justice, and strong institutions

SDG 16; promote peaceful societies and provide access to justice for all.

Target 16.6

Develop transparent, accountable, and effective institutions at all levels.

Partnerships for the goals

SDG 17; strengthen global partnerships for sustainable development.

Target 17.1

Strengthen domestic resource mobilization, including improved tax collection.