SDGs​

Definition

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, were adopted by the United Nations in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that by 2030 all people enjoy peace and prosperity. They entail 17 goals in total, such as no poverty, zero hunger, good health and wellbeing etc. (United Nations Development Programme). Through community engagement efforts students can raise awareness about the pressing issues on the local level.

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Youth Engagement in Promoting Digital Innovation to Accelerate the UN SDG 4​

This brief serves as an encouragement to youth engagement in digital innovation to improve the science-policy-society interfaces, and further support the UN sustainable development goals. ​ ​

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UNECE ‘Standards for the SDGs’ E-Learning Platform

The UNECE ‘Standards for the SDGs’ e-learning platform is designed to enhance the global understanding of quality infrastructure and its importance for sustainable development. At present, the platform provides courses in Risk Management in Regulatory Structures, ​Conformity Assessment and​ Market Surveillance.​

Partnerships and Collaboration​

Collaboration among various stakeholders is vital for achieving the SDGs. Building partnerships and fostering collaboration at local, national, and international levels can leverage resources, expertise, and knowledge. Collaboration methodologies, such as public-private partnerships, knowledge networks, and joint initiatives, can facilitate effective cooperation​.

Methodology

Preparing Future Psychologists for the Impact of the Climate Crisis​

University College London prepared a module equipping Psychology and language sciences (PALS) students with the knowledge and skills they will need in their future careers to engage with the threat posed by the climate crisis.​

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