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17 Goals to Transform Our World
The Sustainable Development Goals are a call for action by all countries – poor, rich and middle-income – to promote prosperity while protecting the planet. They recognize that ending poverty must go hand-in-hand with strategies that build economic growth and address a range of social needs including education, health, social protection, and job opportunities, while tackling climate change and environmental protection. More important than ever, the goals provide a critical framework for COVID-19 recovery. Read more here
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GOAL OF THE MONTH
GOAL OF THE MONTHCOVID-19 has deepened existing inequalities in economic, gender, and social fronts, but this time of crisis has also shown the significance of global solidarity to ensure no one is left behind. The Goal of the Month Editorial focuses on Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities and look at the bold steps taken to steer the world back on track towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
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