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Citizens of Chile have their say on environmental goals
In Chile, a new online platform and animated video are encouraging citizens to share their views and engage on environmental issues.
“Africa can do it!”: Young Moroccans organise SDG Carnival in Rabat
At its carnival in March 2018, the Sustainable Development’s Youth association used artwork, performances and sing-alongs to promote Morocco and Africa’s commitment to the SDGs
“No dejar a nadie atrás”: Costa Rica’s pact to engage all people and partners for sustainable development
Costa Rica is partnering with celebrities on social media and training volunteers with local NGOs to get everyone involved in the SDGs
Artistic awareness-raising in Finnish schools
Finland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has teamed up with well-known artist Matti Pikkujämsä to bring the SDGs into schools, cinemas and public transport. Check out Matti’s cool SDG posters, and why not print them out for your own school or bedroom?
Sharing SDG knowledge in South Africa
In this guest post, the University of Pretoria’s Willem Fourie presents the South African SDG Hub, a new resource for everyone who wants to put the SDGs into practice into practice in South Africa. The Hub aims to promote research, dialogue and innovation, helping government, business and civil society leaders boost their SDG capacities.
Many ways to engage: online platforms in Brazil
In Brazil, citizens have many options to engage online, stay informed and share their views on sustainable development. In 2017, the Government presented six digital platforms in its SDG report to the UN.
Immersive storytelling: an inspiring way to communicate about development
This “immersive hub”, created by the United States Agency for International Development in 2015, tells powerful stories of individuals, families and communities in transformation.
JICA’s World: stories about Japan’s contribution to sustainable development
JICA’S World is a quarterly magazine featuring articles, analysis and personal stories about Japan’s efforts to promote development and the SDGs. Created in 2009, it is edited by Japan’s International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
Tune into the SDGs on Indian public radio
Every Wednesday, you can tune into All India Radio for a 15-minute programme on the Sustainable Development Goals. The programme, produced by OneWorld Foundation India in collaboration with the National Foundation for India, is broadcast in Hindi. There have been 30 episodes to date.
