This slogan focus on SDG 17- partnership for goal, empowering, collaboration and collective actions among stakeholders to drive national development.
Strategic approach
Campaign to stakeholders
This involves engaging and mobilizing stakeholders – Government, private sector, civil society and citizens to collaborate and invest in national development, it is about building partnerships, raising awareness and driving collective action towards common goals
Development cooperation
The emphasis here is on international cooperation aid and partnership to support a nation’s development efforts, it is about working together with global partners to access resources expertise and funding.
Technology transfer
This involves accessing and sharing tech knowledge, innovations and solutions globally to thrive national growth ,think of digital transformation, innovations hubs and tech. partnerships.
Global governance
SDG 17 promote inclusive multi- stakeholders global governance,this mean having a seat at the table, shaping policies and collaborating on global challenges
Data driven decision – making
This is about using data, stats and research to inform policies and interventions in a nation
Partnering help build data capacity and ensure decisions which are evidence+ based
Some partnering initiatives, local and international in Nigeria KGN development alternative network – partnerships for goals SDG 17
The specialize in social media campaign to stakeholders for partnerships for goals -SDG 17 creating awareness through community
Advocacy and sensitizing stakeholders on the need for policy change towards sustainable development goals to achieve the desired targets before the year 2030
Safe world empowerment and development initiatives – SWED world
They empower adolescent girls in Abuja Nigeria through a civil voices for climate just futures program focusing on climate justice, menstrual hygiene and gender equality
The initiatives awarded scholarships and provided essential supplies to selected students demonstrating the impact of collaborative efforts
The Naija SDG Hackathon is another example mobilizing youths- innovations to address development challenges with 2 million naira seed funding for winners. This initiatives showcase the potential of youths – led solutions in driving progress towards sustainable development goals- SDGs particularly in climate action , energy and sustainable cities
The storm foundation is also making a difference, honouring outstanding students with the storm scholarship award providing financial support and membership to drive youth led economic growth, this initiatives recognizes academic excellence, discipline and leadership potential empowering young Nigerian to contribute to the country development
Youth mobs
A platform connecting young Nigerian with opportunities, resources and networks to drive social impacts
Teenorate African
This initiatives empower young people with skills , mentorship and funding to develop innovative solution to SDG programmes implementation
Climate Action network Nigeria
A youth led network driving climate change action , Advocacy and sustainable initiatives
Some global initiatives with local impact in Nigeria
UN SDG Action Hub
They support youth led projects addressing SDG with opportunities for funding and mentorship
Global citizens
They mobilize young people to take action on global issues including climate change and inequality
Getting involved
Identify your passion , explore the SDGS 1-17; and determine which one is applicable for your engagement
Educate yourself in learning more about the SDGs and their goals
Take action by
Volunteering, donation or participate in local initiatives design with your chosen SDGS goals
Spread awareness
Share SDGS related contents on social media with friends and family
Join community
Look for local or online groups working on SDG related projects
Example of some online platforms are
UNDP
SDG platform, A hub for related opportunities and resources
Global goals
The official websites with resources and stories
Local NGOs
Partner with organization working on SDG designed projects in your country .
Community Advocacy
Community advocate for sustainable development goals -:SDG plays a vital role in promoting awareness and action towards achieving the 17 SDGs
These advocate are influential individuals who use their platforms to raise ambitions, inspire others and reach the most vulnerable populations
Key roles
Raising awareness
Educating the public about the SDGs and thier importance
Inspiring Actions
Motivating individuals organizations and government to take concrete steps towards achieving the SDGS
Partnerships building
Collaborating with various stakeholders to leverage resources and expertise
Amplifying voices representing they marginalized communities
Its importance:
Increase visibility of the SDGs on global and local agenda
Accelerated progress by driving progress towards achieving the SDGs
Global citizenship
Fostering a sense of global responsibility and cooperation
Influencing policy
Informing and shaping policies that support sustainable development
Advocacy cost implications
The cost elements of advocacy for sustainable development goals -SDG can be in the following categories
Research and analysis
This cost is associated with data collection, research and analysis to inform Advocacy efforts
Strategy development
Cost of developing advocacy strategies by messaging and campaign planning
Stakeholders engagement
Cost of engaging with stakeholders including meetings ,travel and communication
Capacity building
Cost of training and capacity building for Advocate, partners and communities
Communication and media
Cost of producing and disseminating advocacy materials, social media and media out reach
Lobbying and policy engagement
Cost of engaging with policy makers, government officials and decision makers.
Campaign implications
Cost of implementing Advocacy campaign including events, mobilization and outreach
Monitoring and Evaluations
Cost tracking progress, evaluations impacts adjustments in advocacy strategies
Assessment and reporting
Cost of writing reports of assessment of stakeholders performance and video coverage with feeds backs to stake holders
Subsidiaries cost includes
Personnel cost
Salaries and allowance and overheads for Advocacy, staff and consultants
Travel and logistics
Cost of travel, accommodation and logistics for Advocacy
Communication cost
Cost of communication, printing and distribution of advocacy materials
Events cost
Cost of organizing events , workshops and conferences
Partnerships and grants
Cost of partnering with organizations providing grants or supporting community initiatives
In conclusion it is therefore necessary to call for support funding to SDG Advocates, innovators and inventors for the successful implementation of their projects by philanthropy, corporate organizations and well- meaning individuals to support the initiatives towards the achievements of sustainable development goals before year 2030
Togetherness we can achieve.
– Benjamin Ibrahim writes from Lokoja, Kogi state.
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