Chapter 9- Sustainable Development Goals Flashcards
What does MDG stand for? and when was it introduced/expired
MDG stands for the Millennium development goals that were introduced in 2000 and expired in 2015.
The Millennium development goals were made to address poverty and make global progress in education, health, hunger and the environment.
How long do the Sustainable Development Goals last?
the Sustainable development goals (SDG’s) are used by UN member states to frame their agendas and political policies from 2015 until 2030.
What are the three main objectives of the SDG’s?
- end extreme poverty
- fight inequality and injustice
- tackle climate change
How many SDG’s are there?
there are 17 goals that include 169 targets to achieve by 2030
Give a brief overview on the SDG
The SDG’s were developed by all United nations member states, non-government organisations, and people around the world. The SDG’s resolve to end poverty and hunger, to promote health and well-being; to combat inequalities within and among countries; to build peaceful, just and inclusive societies; to protect human rights and promote gender equity and empowerment of women and girls.
What are the 5 areas of importance?
- People
- Planet
- Prosperity
- Peace
- Partnership
Describe the ‘People’ area of importance
People. End poverty and hunger, in all their forms and dimensions, and ensure that all human beings can fulfil their potential in dignity and equality and in a healthy environment.
Describe the ‘Planet’ area of importance
Planet. Protect the planet from degradation through sustainable consumption and production, management of natural resources and taking action on climate change to support the needs of present and future generations
Describe the ‘Prosperity’ area of importance
Prosperity. Ensure all human beings can enjoy prosperous and fulfilling lives and that economic, social and technological progress occurs in harmony with nature
Describe the ‘Peace’ area of importance
Peace. Foster peaceful, just and inclusive societies that are free from fear and violence. There can be no sustainable development without peace and no peace without sustainable development
Describe the ‘Partnership’ area of importance
Partnership. Implement the SDG’s through a global partnership for sustainable development, focused in particular on the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable and with the participation of all countries, all stakeholders and all people.
What is a sustainable world?
A sustainable world is one in which people can escape poverty and enjoy decent work without harming the Earth’s essential ecosystems and resources; where people can stay healthy and get the food and water they need; where everyone can access clean energy that doesn’t contribute to climate change; where women and girls are afforded equal rights and equal opportunities
What are the three dimensions of sustainability
- Social
- Economic
- Environmental
What are the names/titles of the goals 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 16
- No Poverty
- Zero Hunger
- Good Health and Wellbeing
- Quality education
- Gender Equality
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Decent work and Economic Growth
- Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
how is poverty usually defined?
someone living on less than US $1.25 a day. But poverty can also be defined in other ways such as someone living on less than 50 percent of their country’s average income, or those living below a poverty line determined by the government.
Why are women more susceptible to poverty then men?
Women are more likely than men to live in poverty due to less access to paid work, fewer educational opportunities, a lack of rights in relation to property ownership and inheritance, and a lack of access to natural resources, new technologies and finance.
What is chronic poverty and impoverishment?
Chronic poverty is a phenomenon whereby an individual or group is in a state of poverty over extended period of time (even their lifetime). Impoverishment is the state or fact of being extremely poor.
What is social protection and what does it do?
Social protection measures (often referred to as floors) ensure people have access when needed to:
- High quality and cultural acceptable essential healthcare, including maternity care, at no cost
- Basic family income security so children have adequate nutrition, education, care, and other necessary goods and services
- Income security for those of working age who are unable to earn sufficient income, particularly in the event of sickness, unemployment, maternity, and disability
- Basic income security for older persons