SDGs: Understanding and Practicing Sustainable Development Goals by Zeynep Bilgehan CAN

What are SDGs?

zbdemir — 2024-10-12 22:22:10 UTC

SDGs stand for Sustainable Development Goals. They are a set of 17 global goals established by the United Nations in 2015 to address various social, economic, and environmental challenges. Let's explore them together!

Why are SDGs Important?

zbdemir — 2024-10-12 22:22:14 UTC

SDGs are crucial because they provide a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. They recognize that ending poverty 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.

SDG 1: No Poverty

zbdemir — 2024-10-12 22:22:15 UTC

This goal aims to end poverty in all its forms everywhere. What do you think 'poverty' means? How can we work towards eliminating it? Discuss in your groups and share your thoughts.

SDG 5: Gender Equality

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This goal ensures to empower all women and girls. How can it help achieve other SDGs?

SDG 10: Reduced Enequalities

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This goal focuses on reducing inequality within and among countries.

SDG Vocabulary Challenge

zbdemir — 2024-10-12 22:22:17 UTC

Each group, pick one of the 4 SDGs on the section on the left (1-5-10-16) and list 10 English vocabulary words related to that goal. Then, use these words to write a short paragraph explaining the SDG.

SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions

zbdemir — 2024-10-12 22:30:20 UTC

This goal focuses on providing access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels