Goal of the Month Archives - United Nations Sustainable Development /sustainabledevelopment/blog/category/goal-of-the-month/ 17 Goals to Transform Our World Fri, 05 Jun 2020 15:26:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 The Power of Partnerships /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2020/06/power-of-partnerships/ Tue, 02 Jun 2020 19:07:52 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=84353 New diseases have been emerging at the unprecedented rate of one a year for the last two decades, and this trend is certain to continue. We look at a small fraction of past pandemics and outbreaks, and the importance of solidarity, international cooperation and partnerships to prevent, detect and respond to these global challenges, while we tackle the immense challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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]]> World Ocean Week: 8 to 12 June 2020 /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2020/05/world-oceans-week-8-to-12-june-2020/ Fri, 29 May 2020 20:21:36 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=84014 Ocean action is critical in safeguarding the health of our planet and our common future. On this year’s World Environment Day (5 June) to World Oceans Days (8 June), there are numerous ways to get involved – here are 10 things to watch out for during World Ocean Week 2020.

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]]> World Toilet Day 2019: Tackling Global Sanitation Crisis, Leaving No One Behind /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/11/world-toilet-day-2019/ Tue, 19 Nov 2019 19:10:26 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=75960 The theme of this year’s World Toilet Day is ‘Leaving no one behind’, [...]

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]]> Eight things you need to know about the sanitation crisis /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/10/eight-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-sanitation-crisis/ Thu, 31 Oct 2019 15:54:55 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=74647 A toilet is not just a toilet. It’s a life-saver, dignity-protector and opportunity-maker. Whoever you are, wherever you are, sanitation is your human right. And yet, billions of people are being left behind. Ask yourself: how could anyone lift themselves out of poverty without sanitation? How can the world achieve the Sustainable Development Goals while [...]

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]]> Climate Change and Migration in Vulnerable Countries /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/09/climate-change-and-migration-in-vulnerable-countries/ Tue, 03 Sep 2019 22:34:44 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=72436 What is new in the relationship between migration and the environment is that the world is grappling with the devastating impacts of climate change. With greater awareness came increased political recognition and there is now a widespread consensus on the need to address the adverse impacts of climate change on the migration of people now and in the future.

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]]> Green Life Hacks with Chef Grace Ramirez /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/07/green-life-hacks-with-chef-grace-ramirez/ Mon, 29 Jul 2019 18:35:10 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=69950 Chef Grace Ramirez recently added her voice to the United Nation’s ActNow for Climate campaign, but she is an old hand at living and teaching how to live sustainably in the food and entertainment industry – one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases largely due to food production and waste. We ask our [...]

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]]> On the Frontlines of Climate Change /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/07/on-the-frontlines-of-climate-change/ Wed, 24 Jul 2019 20:28:33 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=69725 Indigenous communities are key sources of knowledge and understanding on climate change impacts, responses and adaptation. Their traditional knowledge allows them to forecast weather patterns, improve agricultural practices and sustainably manage natural resources. But many of them have been fighting complicated climate battles – putting their lives and access to ancestral lands at risk.

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]]> Goal of the Month | Exclusive Interview With Michelle Yeoh, ĢƵDP Goodwill Ambassador /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/06/michelle-yeoh-fashion/ Fri, 07 Jun 2019 17:25:04 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=66612 10,000 litres of water are required to make a single pair of jeans. ĢƵDP Goodwill Ambassador Michelle Yeoh gives us tips on how we can adopt sustainable fashion in our daily lives.

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]]> Climate Justice /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/05/climate-justice/ Fri, 31 May 2019 17:23:53 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=66306 The impacts of climate change will not be borne equally or fairly, between rich and poor, women and men, and older and younger generations.

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]]> Why Waste Water? /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/05/why-waste-water/ Fri, 31 May 2019 00:19:35 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=66108 ĢƵ-Water coordinates the efforts of ĢƵ entities and international organizations working on water and sanitation issues. Together, we are the ‘ĢƵ-Water family’ and SDG 6  - to ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all - is core to their work. Protecting Human and Environmental Health If, as [...]

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]]> Goal of the Month | Exclusive Interview Satya Tripathi, ĢƵ Assistant Secretary-General, ĢƵ Environment /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/05/goal-of-the-month-exclusive-interview-satya-tripathi-un-assistant-secretary-general-un-environment/ Thu, 30 May 2019 19:39:57 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=66039 Air pollution kills an estimated 7 million people every year. Unsustainable practices, irresponsible corporate behaviour and policy incentives are some of the fundamental causes of air pollution, says Satya Tripathi from ĢƵ Environment. Q&A  Q: Air pollution causes about 7 million premature deaths a year. What are the main causes [...]

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]]> Goal of the Month | Exclusive Interview with Nadia Murad, Nobel Peace Prize winner and Goodwill Ambassador /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/04/gotm-nadia-murad-interview/ Mon, 29 Apr 2019 09:41:41 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=63831 In an exclusive interview, Nadia Murad, Goodwill Ambassador for the Dignity of Survivors of Human Trafficking, talks about the resilience of victimized communities, and the support they need to rebuild their lives.

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]]> Green economy could create 24 million new jobs /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/04/green-economy-could-create-24-million-new-jobs/ Wed, 03 Apr 2019 22:28:00 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=62793 A shift to a greener economy could create 24 million new jobs globally by 2030 if the right policies are put in place, says the International Labour Organization (ILO).

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]]> Goal of the Month Interview | Alaa Murabit, SDG Advocate /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/03/61343/ Fri, 08 Mar 2019 18:51:37 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=61343 SDG Advocate and ĢƵ High-Level Commissioner on Health Employment and Economic Growth Alaa Murabit as she discusses gender equality and women empowerment.

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]]> Syria’s Women and Girls Bike to Beat Climate Change /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/03/syrian-women-and-girls-climate-change/ Wed, 06 Mar 2019 23:33:46 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=60780 "Yalla Let's Bike" (Come on Let's Bike) is an initiative that aims to defy traditional gender roles, combat overcrowded streets, and promote cycling as a healthy and eco-friendly mode of transportation.

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]]> Goal of the Month | Interview with Dr. Joannie Marlene Bewa, Young Leader for the SDGs /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/03/61157/ Wed, 06 Mar 2019 22:10:03 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=61157 Dr. Joannie Marlene Bewa, Young Leader for the SDGs, stresses the need to invest in technology and innovation that benefits and empowers women and girls.

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]]> Schools in Germany try new dishes to promote sustainable diets /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/02/germany-sustainable-diets/ Thu, 07 Feb 2019 19:58:06 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=59644 School lunches in Germany are changing. From traditional meat-heavy meals, students are being served a more expansive selection of vegetarian options. The idea is simple: getting kids eat healthier and more sustainable meals while reducing carbon footprints of the schools’ food services.

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]]> Amélie Jézabel Mariage, United Nations Young Leader for the SDGs and Co-founder of Aprendices Visuales /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/02/amelie-jezabel-mariage-interview/ Thu, 07 Feb 2019 01:28:51 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=59248 United Nations Young Leader for the SDGs Amélie Jézabel Mariage discusses her inspiration in advocating for children's rights to access inclusive education, adding that “innovation in education is a proven path to inclusion and a bridge to opportunity.”

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]]> Madelle Kangha, United Nations Young Leader for the SDGs and Founder of JumpStart Academy Africa /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/02/madelle-kangha-interview/ Wed, 06 Feb 2019 17:16:58 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=59287 I believe that educating and empowering young people everywhere, to become effective and productive members of society, is essential for sustainable growth and development.

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]]> Goal of the Month Exclusive Interview with Liniker, ĢƵ Free and Equal Brazil Equality Champion /sustainabledevelopment/blog/2019/01/sdg-media-compact-exclusive-interview-with-liniker-un-free-and-equal-brazil-equality-champion/ Tue, 15 Jan 2019 16:06:15 +0000 /sustainabledevelopment/?p=57970 ĢƵ Free & Equal Brazil Equality Champion and LGBTI activist Liniker calls on the rights of the LGBTI community to be respected, saying that “we are a part of humanity, and this must be acknowledged.”

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