The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 17 (SDG 17) focuses on strengthening global partnerships for sustainable development and enhancing the means of implementation. This goal encompasses various aspects, including finance, technology, capacity-building, trade, policy and institutional coherence, multi-stakeholder partnerships, and data monitoring and accountability. It emphasizes the need to mobilize domestic resources, fulfill official development assistance commitments, and mobilize additional financial resources for developing countries. It also addresses debt sustainability and investment promotion for least developed countries. In terms of technology, it promotes international cooperation and knowledge-sharing and encourages the development and transfer of environmentally sound technologies to developing countries.
SDG 17 underscores the importance of policy and institutional coherence, respecting countries’ policy space, and enhancing macroeconomic stability. It calls for partnerships, both multi-stakeholder and public-private, to support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Finally, it highlights the need for data disaggregation and statistical capacity-building to monitor progress on sustainable development.
Fostering partnerships for the goals is a vital but challenging pursuit. A lack of adequate funding often hampers collaborative efforts to tackle global issues. Coordination among governments, organizations, and stakeholders can be complex, leading to inefficiencies and duplication of efforts. Additionally, political commitment can waver, hindering progress. To overcome these challenges, there is a need for increased financial investment, improved coordination mechanisms, and strong political will to prioritize and sustain partnerships that address critical global challenges, ultimately working together to achieve sustainable development goals and create a better future for all.
Below are some organizations making contributions to partnerships for the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Advocacy and Awareness Raising for Partnerships
Global Citizen – Advocates for global action on the SDGs and mobilizes resources through campaigns and events, bringing together diverse actors to collaborate for the goals.
The SDG Fund – Raises funds from private and public donors to support innovative initiatives and partnerships that accelerate progress on the SDGs.
SDG Media Compact – Connects media outlets and journalists with experts and resources to promote awareness and understanding of the SDGs, fostering collaborative storytelling for impact.
Advocacy and Policy Development
World Resources Institute – Conducts research and analysis on global challenges, providing evidence-based policy solutions and advocacy for sustainable development.
UN Foundation – Mobilizes resources and partnerships to support the UN’s work on the SDGs, advocating for and implementing solutions across diverse sectors.
Capacity Building and Skills Development
UN Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) – Offers training programs and resources to build the capacity of government officials and civil society actors to implement the SDGs.
Data and Knowledge Sharing
SDGfunders – Provides data and insights to investors and philanthropists interested in supporting the SDGs, enabling informed decision-making and optimizing impact.
Open Knowledge International – Promotes open access to knowledge and data, ensuring information sharing and collaboration across stakeholders to advance the SDGs.
Funding and Investment for Impact
Acumen – Invests in and supports businesses that address poverty and inequality, offering financial and strategic resources to advance the SDGs.
GlobalGiving – Connects donors with grassroots projects around the world, facilitating fundraising and resource allocation for diverse SDG-related initiatives.
Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships and Platforms
Ashoka Changemakers – Connects and empowers social entrepreneurs and changemakers globally, fostering collaboration and amplifying their impact on multiple SDGs.
B Lab – Supports and certifies businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental responsibility, promoting ethical business practices and partnerships for the SDGs.
Global Compact Network – Connects businesses with UN agencies and NGOs to advance the SDGs through responsible practices and innovative partnerships.
Technology and Data for Collaboration and Resource Sharing
OpenIDEO – A global platform that crowdsources innovative solutions to pressing challenges for the SDGs, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across sectors.
Nesta – Funds and supports innovation in government and the social sector, promoting solutions that address complex challenges and contribute to the SDGs through partnerships.
Technology and Innovation for Partnerships
Techstars – Runs accelerator programs for startups working on SDG-related solutions, providing mentorship, funding, and connections to accelerate their impact.
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United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #17 (Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development) is part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Read a review of innovative organizations working across other SDGs.
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