Since the United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, we have now reached the midpoint of the global implementation timeline. However, public awareness and understanding of the SDGs remain relatively low worldwide, highlighting the need for further education, engagement, and structured action.
Since the formal adoption of the SDGs in September 2015, UNGP has been actively driving global efforts to promote and integrate sustainable development into various sectors. Reflecting on our journey, in early 2016, we achieved a historic milestone by setting the world’s first Guinness World Record related to the SDGs, engaging with hundreds of thousands of individuals to raise awareness and foster participation. In addition to our engagement with the public, we have collaborated with businesses, government agencies, and non-profit organizations to accelerate progress on the SDGs. By 2021, we strategically shifted our administrative headquarters to North America, establishing the first UNGP Community Hub in Toronto, Canada, further strengthening our ability to facilitate regional SDG initiatives.
Looking ahead to 2025, UNGP is set to officially launch its SDG assessment and certification initiatives. As the world’s only organization dedicated to the independent evaluation and accreditation of SDG implementation, we will provide a trusted platform for businesses, institutions, and government entities to assess their alignment with the SDGs. Our expert team will offer in-depth guidance and structured support to ensure effective integration of sustainable practices. Additionally, we will provide tailored training programs and organize international study visits to United Nations agencies and expert-led workshops, equipping government bodies, corporations, and academic institutions with the necessary tools to drive impactful SDG implementation. These initiatives will serve as a key pathway for stakeholders to enhance their global expertise and expand their professional networks.
Furthermore, UNGP will continue to actively participate in high-level United Nations summits and global SDG forums, leveraging our expertise and influence to advance the international sustainability agenda. By fostering structured, evidence-based SDG education, assessment, and strategic engagement, we remain committed to bridging the gap between global objectives and local action. Together, we can enhance public understanding, strengthen institutional capacity, and accelerate the transition toward a more sustainable and equitable world.
Professor Tak On Chan (Kelvin)
Director-General of UNGP for SDGs
自聯合國於 2015 年通過可持續發展目標 (SDGs) 以來，全球至今已邁入實施階段的中點。然而，SDGs 在國際社會中的認知度仍有待提升，廣泛的公眾參與與理解仍然不足。
UNGP 自 2015 年 9 月 SDGs 正式落實後，便積極投身於全球推廣和落實這一重要議程。回顧過去的發展歷程，我們於 2016 年初成功創下全球首個 SDGs 相關的健力士世界紀錄，與數十萬名公眾人士直接互動，進一步提升了社會對可持續發展的關注度。我們亦積極與企業、政府機構及非牟利組織建立合作夥伴關係，共同推動 SDGs 的實施與發展。至 2021 年，UNGP 將行政及運營重心轉移至北美洲，並於加拿大多倫多設立全球首個 UNGP 社區活動中心，為推動區域性 SDGs 發展及教育公眾提供更完善的平台。
展望 2025 年，UNGP 將正式展開 SDGs 審查與認證工作，作為全球唯一針對 SDGs 進行專業審查與認證的機構，我們致力於為企業、機構及政府部門提供客觀可靠的評估平台，並由 UNGP 專家團隊提供專業指導，協助不同持份者有效對接 SDGs。此外，我們將為機構和團體提供量身訂製的培訓計劃，並組織全球聯合國機構探訪與專家培訓，涵蓋各國政府機構、學術機構及企業，為 SDGs 持份者提供一個學習國際標準、拓展國際網絡的機會。
同時，UNGP 將繼續積極參與聯合國 SDGs 相關的國際高峰會議，發揮我們的專業知識和影響力，以更具策略性的方式推動全球可持續發展進程。我們堅信，透過專業化、系統化的 SDGs 推廣及評估機制，將能有效提升全球對可持續發展的認知與行動力，共同邁向一個更公平、可持續的未來。
陳德安教授
聯合國可持續發展目標通用協定總幹事
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