SDGs Flashcards
(15 cards)
What are the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)?
A set of eight international development goals established following the Millennium Summit of the United Nations in 2000
What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
A set of 17 global goals established in 2015 to address global challenges including poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace, and justice
What were the main improvements in the SDGs compared to the MDGs?
Increased inclusivity, universality, a broader scope, and a focus on sustainable development and partnerships
What is the significance of the March 2025 UN General Assembly vote regarding the ‘International Day of Peaceful Coexistence’?
It reflects the current US policy toward the SDGs and emphasizes the importance of peaceful coexistence in achieving sustainable development
What was the consultation process for developing the SDGs?
An extensive global consultation involving stakeholders including governments, civil society, and the private sector
How did the SDG development process differ from the MDG development process?
The SDG process was more inclusive and participatory, engaging a wider range of stakeholders
What are the main criticisms of the SDGs?
Critiques include lack of focus, overly ambitious targets, insufficient accountability mechanisms
What is the humanitarian-development nexus (‘New Way of Working’)?
A framework that seeks to bridge the gap between humanitarian assistance and development efforts to achieve sustainable outcomes
How does the humanitarian-development nexus relate to the SDGs?
It emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts in humanitarian and development sectors to achieve SDG targets
What is the current status of SDG implementation globally according to the 2024 reports?
Progress is uneven, with limited achievements in poverty reduction and climate action; specific statistics vary by region
What specific humanitarian SDGs were identified by the SDSN?
SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) are particularly relevant to humanitarian work
What humanitarian issues are NOT explicitly addressed in the SDGs framework?
Issues such as forced displacement, specific disaster risks, and certain forms of inequality are not explicitly covered
Why is it significant that certain humanitarian issues are not addressed in the SDGs?
It may lead to gaps in policy and funding for critical humanitarian needs and challenges
What was the outcome of the 2024 ‘Summit of the Future’?
The summit reinforced commitments to the SDGs and addressed emerging global challenges
What are the specific challenges facing SDG implementation in Africa?
Challenges include lack of resources, political instability, and climate change impacts
