Teaching Sustainable Development Goals
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provide a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet. These 17 goals are an urgent call for action by all countries, both developed and developing, in a global partnership. They recognize that ending poverty and other deprivations must go hand-in-hand with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality, spur economic growth, tackle climate change, and work to preserve our oceans and forests1.
Here are the 17 SDGs:
- No Poverty
- Zero Hunger
- Good Health and Well-being
- Quality Education
- Gender Equality
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Affordable and Clean Energy
- Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- Reduced Inequality
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Climate Action
- Life Below Water
- Life on Land
- Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
- Partnerships for the Goals
Teaching Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) involves integrating these goals into educational curricula and fostering awareness, understanding, and action among students. It encourages critical thinking, empathy, and a sense of responsibility toward global challenges. By teaching SDGs, educators empower the next generation to contribute to a more sustainable and equitable world.
