SDG17: Partnerships for the Goals
We have We have come a long way since Sustainable Development Goal 1: No Poverty. Have you read all the books related to the 16 previous goals? If so, knowing how to save the oceans, protect animals, use clean energy, or promote peace come easily to you. Now that you know all the steps you can take to make our planet a better place, you are probably asking yourself: “now what?” Well, now is time to take action together! The 17 goals can only be realized with strong partnerships and cooperation. What does this mean? Imagine you are playing soccer with your friends. To score a goal, you have to work together as a team and develop tactics together. Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals requires the same mentality. The entire world needs to team up to achieve its common goal: ensuring a better future for everybody on earth.

The COVID-19 pandemic made everyone realize how crucial solidarity is. No country can fight the pandemic alone, international cooperation is our only option. Some regions don’t have the necessary equipment to offer services to their people, which means other countries need to provide help and support. This can be the case for providing health care, quality education or nutritious food.

What can you do to help? You can join or create a group at your school dedicated to taking action towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. For example, make sure your class recycles all the papers you use to write down your great ideas! Our new reading list for SDG17: Partnerships for the Goals will inspire you to partner with your friends, family, and classmates. And for more ideas, go back to any of the previous Goals- there are endless opportunities for all of us to make the world a better place.