The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, were adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030.

The 17 SDGs are integrated—that is, they recognize that action in one area will affect outcomes in others, and that development must balance social, economic and environmental sustainability.

Through the pledge to Leave No One Behind, countries have committed to fast-track progress for those furthest behind first. That is why the SDGs are designed to bring the world to several life-changing ‘zeros’, including zero poverty, hunger, AIDS and discrimination against women and girls.

Everyone is needed to reach these ambitious targets. The creativity, knowhow, technology and financial resources from all of society is necessary to achieve the SDGs in every context.

The 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs):

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 Inequality

11.   Sustainable Cities and Communities

12.   Responsible Consumption and Production

13.   Climate Action

14.   Life Below Water

15.   Life on Land

16.   Peace and Justice Strong Institutions

17.   Partnerships to achieve the Goal