Global governance — Global
The last four years have seen a fractured and antagonistic approach to global affairs. What are the prizes to be gained from global leaders working together towards common goals? Is a new era possible?
Gender — Global
The pandemic is negatively impacting women more than men, by exacerbating already entrenched inequalities. We need bold, transformative action to dismantle the barriers to women’s progress if we are to achieve SDG 5 by the end of the decade
Data and monitoring — Europe, Global, US and Canada
Improvements in technology have made information more accessible than ever. Then why has public debate in recent years been overrun with false narratives, and what can be done?
Peace and security — Global
The pandemic has painfully exposed many societies’ inability to deal with crises. We must urgently innovate and democratize our governance structures if we’re to thwart the existential threats facing humankind
Financing — Sub-Saharan Africa
From illegal pollution to terrorism, one critical way to curb nefarious action is to identify and cut off its finance. How can we do this for abuses that threaten the SDGs?
Human rights — Global, US and Canada
The protests sparked by the death of George Floyd have shone a light on the human rights abuses still rife in even the most developed economies. In this Decade of Action, can we finally end racial inequality?
Global governance — Global
Strong institutions are considered to be the essential foundation for the SDGs. Why have past attempts at institution-building proven so difficult?
