Most likely you've heard of the Global Goals - but what are they? We've made it easy for you and summarised a condensed list of all 17 Sustainable Development Goals and what you can do to contribute.
Developed in 2015, the UN SDGs are the most ambitious and comprehensive joint effort by the international community to achieve a more sustainable world. Each goal is also broken down into a series of sub-goals - nothing is left to chance.
You can contribute too, and it's actually possible without doing heroic deeds every day. Be inspired by the simple tips you'll find under each goal and read more via the link at the bottom of the article. Maybe you can decide on at least three things to start doing today? Challenge yourself.
1. No poverty
Abolish poverty everywhere.
- Get involved in an organisation
- Shop sustainably
- Spread knowledge
2. No hunger
Ending hunger, achieving food security, improving nutrition and promoting sustainable agriculture.
- Donate food and groceries
- Play free rice
- Buy locally produced
3. Good health and well-being
Ensure a healthy life for all and promote well-being for all at all ages.
- Volunteer in hospital
- Reducing pollution and the use of chemicals
- Vaccinate yourself
4. Good education
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning for all.
- Put together an education
- Take the "become purposeful" test
- Volunteer at a school or sign up as a substitute
5. Gender equality
Achieve gender equality, and empower all women and girls.
- Stand behind leaders who advocate equal opportunities
- Make your voice heard where there is inequality
- Organise a career day that challenges gender norms
6. Clean water and sanitation for all
Ensure access and sustainable water and sanitation management for all.
- Help clean up, everywhere
- Don't flush rubbish down the toilet
- Highlight the water days
7. Sustainable energy for all
Ensure that everyone has access to reliable, sustainable and modern energy at an affordable cost.
- Installing solar panels
- Recycle your batteries
- The lid on when you boil water, all streams small
8. Decent work and economic growth
Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment with decent working conditions for all.
- Shop sustainably
- Organise or get involved in a mentoring programme
- Shop locally
9. Sustainable industry, innovations and infrastructure
Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialisation and foster innovation.
- Help with technology, where you can
- Give away old stuff
- Drive and influence smart investments for sustainable infrastructure
10. Reducing inequality
Reduce inequality within and between countries.
- Always report injustices, make your voice heard and stand up for your fellow human beings
- Organising activities for refugees or migrants
- Learn more
11. Sustainable cities and communities
Cities and settlements should be inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.
- Taking care of public spaces and places
- Don't drive unnecessarily
- Learn what to do - contact your local authority
12. Sustainable consumption and production
Promoting sustainable consumption and production patterns
- Plan your trip
- Reduce plastic
- Buy ugly fruit
13. Combating climate change
Take immediate action to combat climate change and its impacts.
- Offset your travel
- Cut down on meat
- Reduce your flying
14. Sea and marine resources
Conserve and use the oceans and marine resources in a sustainable manner with a view to achieving sustainable development.
- Reduce fish consumption
- Act responsibly
- Reducing plastic use
15. Ecosystems and biodiversity
Protect, restore and promote the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss.
- Open insect hotels
- Eat more vegetarian food
- Buy certified and organic
16. Peaceful and inclusive societies
Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, ensure access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.
- Get involved in political organisations working for peace
- Organise an event that spreads knowledge and creates dialogue
- Know your own rights
17. Implementation and global partnership
Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalise the global partnership for sustainable development.
- Join an organisation that promotes global partnerships
- Buy products from poor countries
- Ensure that your organisation or company works with an organisation that promotes global partnership
Source: www.globalamalen.se
