IOM, ICIMOD renew collaboration for another six years
November 28, 2017
In Nepal, over half of all households now have at least one migrant family member currently abroad or living in Nepal as a returnee.
Work and Economy
Description
Goal 8- Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to encourage sustained economic growth by achieving higher levels of productivity and through technological innovation. Promoting policies that encourage entrepreneurship and job creation are key to this, as are effective measures to eradicate forced labour, slavery and human trafficking. With these targets in mind, the goal is to achieve full and productive employment, and decent work, for all women and men by 2030.
Fact Sheet
Nepal urges ILO to launch result orientated projects
November 22, 2017
The suggestion came through the Labour Secretary who was in Geneva to attend the 331st Governing Board Meeting of ILO.
Cities and SDGs: An Interdependent Partnership
Work and Economy Industry and Innovation Sustainable Cities and communities Peaceful and Strong Institutions Partnerships for the Goals Opinions
November 03, 2017
The SDGs provide an opportunity to help cities target their development priorities, writes Livia Bizikova and Cory Searcy.
Artificial Intelligence linked to the success of SDGs
Energy Work and Economy Industry and Innovation Peaceful and Strong Institutions Partnerships for the Goals News Canada
October 27, 2017
The Second Committee (Economic and Financial) of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) discussed the impact of Artificial Intelligence on SDGs.
Bloomberg hosts Sustainable Business Summit in Toronto
Work and Economy Industry and Innovation Sustainable Cities and communities Production and Consumption Peaceful and Strong Institutions Partnerships for the Goals News Canada
October 27, 2017
CAN President Dr John Barrett said that Nuclear energy was a key part of both Ontario and New Brunswick's sustainable future.
Global Compact Network celebrates SDG Awards
Work and Economy Industry and Innovation Sustainable Cities and communities Peaceful and Strong Institutions Partnerships for the Goals News Canada
October 27, 2017
The Global Compact Network recognized the efforts of Canadian organizations adopting and implementing the 17 SDGs.
Brussels host third edition of Youth Agri Summit
October 27, 2017
The meet witnessed 100 bright young talents from across the globe gathered together to tackle one of humanity’s biggest challenges.
Winners for 2017 Helen Keller Awards announced
October 24, 2017
This year, ten awards have been announced under three different categories that recognise efforts of various individuals and organisations.
Canada highlights financial risk due to climate change
October 13, 2017
A new survey by KPMG mentions Canada as one of the five countries acknowledging climate related financial risk.
Youth participation crucial for SDGs: experts
Clean Water and Sanitation Work and Economy Reduced Inequalities Sustainable Cities and communities News Nepal
October 13, 2017
Experts underlined the role of services, volunteerism, innovation and youth for making the SDG agenda successful.
