SDG

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

A universal call to action adopted by the United Nations in 2015 to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all.

Total Goals

There are 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

Total Targets

The SDGs include 169 targets to be achieved.

Total Indicators

There are 232 indicators to measure progress towards the SDGs.

Countries Involved

193 UN member states are involved in the implementation of the SDGs.

Goal 1: No Poverty

Aims to end poverty in all its forms everywhere.

Goal 2: Zero Hunger

Aims to end hunger and achieve food security and improved nutrition.

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being

Aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

Goal 4: Quality Education

Aims to ensure quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities.

Goal 5: Gender Equality

Aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

Aims to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.

Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

Aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Aims to promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth and full employment.

Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

Aims to build resilient infrastructure and foster innovation.

Goal 10: Reduced Inequality

Aims to reduce inequality within and among countries.

Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Aims to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

Aims to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

Goal 13: Climate Action

Aims to take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.

Goal 14: Life Below Water

Aims to conserve and sustainably use the oceans and marine resources.

Goal 15: Life on Land

Aims to protect and sustainably manage terrestrial ecosystems.

Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

Aims to promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development.

Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Aims to strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize global partnerships.

5Ps of Sustainability

People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace, and Partnership are central to the SDGs.

Principle 1: Integration

Recognizes the interconnectedness between all domains of society.

Principle 2: Universality

Includes both rich and poor countries.

Principle 3: Inclusivity

Includes all sectors of society: governments, NGOs, businesses, researchers, and individuals.

Principle 4: Leaving no one behind

Ensures that the goals include everyone, even the most vulnerable.

Challenges to the SDGs

Barriers include poverty, climate change, conflicts, funding, data gaps, public awareness, health crises, access to education, resource management, and political will.

Decade of Action

Refers to the urgent call for engagement and contributions from individuals, communities, and organizations to achieve the SDGs.

Importance of Awareness

Raising awareness about the SDGs is crucial for fostering collective action and commitment.