United Nations
Sustainable Development Goals
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provides a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call for action by all countries - 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, and spur economic growth – all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests. Read more about the SDGs here.
The SDGs build on decades of work by countries and the UN, including the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs.
VFAE Mission Aligns with
UN Sustainable Development Goals
#15
Life on Land
Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss.
#13
Climate Action
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
#11
Sustainable Cities & Communities
Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
#4
Quality Education
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
#8
Decent Work and
Economic Growth
Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all