UNDP & Chaudhary Foundation to promote SDGs in Nepal
November 28, 2017
The SDGs being very ambitious, complex and challenging requires active engagement of all the actors, including the civil society and the private sector.
No Poverty
Description
Goal 1- End poverty in all its forms everywhere
This goal is a bold commitment to eradicate poverty in all forms and dimensions by 2030. This involves targeting the most vulnerable, increasing access to basic resources and services, and supporting communities affected by conflict and climate - related disasters.
Fact Sheet
SDGs ‘take off’ in Nepal’s with UNDP-airline partnership
No Poverty Gender Equality Industry and Innovation Reduced Inequalities Climate Change Terrestrial Ecosystems News Nepal
November 22, 2017
The partnership will also explore, adopt and promote innovative and sustainable business models in the aviation and tourism industry.
Nepal does better than India on the hunger index
November 03, 2017
The landlocked country of Nepal has moved up several notches ahead of other South Asian countries on the hunger index.
Nepal discusses poverty, terrorism at UNGA
October 12, 2017
UN’s former permanent representative of Nepal, Dr Jayraj Acharya was of the view that issues focusing on consequences of climate change faced by LDCs like Nepal should be raised at UNGA.
Community forestry helping Nepal fight poverty
September 21, 2017
Community forestry could significantly contribute to the achievement of SDGs in Nepal by helping the country in not only preserving environment but also fighting poverty.
Celebrating the big role of small businesses in Nepal
September 21, 2017
Small industries have been identified as a major driver of poverty alleviation and development across the world including Nepal.
Road for SDGs in India paved with glaring potholes: report
July 17, 2017
Even as the civil society takes note of some of the promising initiatives, it cautions government against the pitfalls across the goals.
Gender equality to help achieve food security and sustainable development
July 17, 2017
FAO recognizes the vital role of rural women in freeing the world from hunger and poverty.
Investing in poor children saves more lives per dollar spent: Study
June 29, 2017
Investing in the health and survival of the most deprived children and communities provides more value for money than investing in less deprived groups, says a new study by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).
Education necessary to escape poverty
June 23, 2017
Millions could escape poverty by finishing secondary education: UN
