The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, recognizes 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. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide an urgent call for action by all countries, around the world.
While we have made progress towards the SDGs, further efforts are still required to meet the targets set out within the SDGs. The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced new challenges, while highlighting the importance of collaborative, global action.
Want to learn more about the global efforts being made to reach the SDGs? Check out some of the virtual events that are happening in Canada throughout International Development Week (IDW).
Mon, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 10, 12-3:30 pm daily
This free virtual event will celebrate learning and provide knowledge exchange opportunities in key areas, including:
- New approaches to engaging Canadians and youth;
- Gender transformative programming;
- Innovative partnerships; and
- Leveraging data to demonstrate impact.
More details can be found
here.
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12. Events occuring morning, afternoon, and evening.
This series includes workshops and panels exploring equity, diversity, and inclusivity, both individually and collectively. Panel discussions will focus on:
