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The Sustainable Development Goals are taking root in U.S. communities.

With The Brookings Institution, we're spotlighting the people making progress on the issues that matter to all of us.

This is what American Leadership on the looks like.

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Stories - American Leadership on the Sustainable Development Goals After serving an eight-year sentence, Jhody Polk emerged from prison with a deeper understanding of the law and a newfound passion for helping incarcerated people gain better access to it. Read how her Jailhouse Lawyers Initiative is working to achieve SDG 16 where it matters most: America’s jails...

The United Nations is the only place on Earth where all countries have a say.

The 79th Session of the General Assembly begins in a few short weeks.

Watch this page for the most up-to-date information: bit.ly/3LLjO7q

Global diplomacy is ready for an upgrade.

The Summit of the Future is where that new chapter can begin.

Here's what it will take. ⬇

From HLPF to the Summit of the Future: How the World Is Upgrading Global Diplomacy | unfoundation.org Amid existential challenges, the United Nations and the UN Foundation are bringing world leaders and everyday citizens together to advance the SDGs.

A more prosperous future is within reach for all Americans.

And we can get there by working together toward the Sustainable Development Goals.

Explore this site for more on how Americans are leading on the SDGs: bit.ly/3Lx6qEb

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Three and a half BILLION people lack access to safe sanitation and hygiene.

For girls and women, the situation gets even more complicated.

What the water scarcity crisis means for them. ↓

What It Means to Be a Girl or Woman When Water Is Scarce | unfoundation.org Water is a basic human right, and yet half the world experiences water scarcity each year. This is what it means for girls and women when water is scarce.

Water is a human right.

So why is it so scarce for billions of girls and women?

This is why closing the water gap is essential for their health, well-being, and dignity: bit.ly/462ReaZ

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Two young leaders from Peru 🇵🇪 and India 🇮🇳 are determined to guide their generation toward a better future.

They spoke to us about their hopes, ambitions, and goals. ⬇️

Why the Rights of Future Generations Should Be Everyone’s Top Priority | unfoundation.org UN Foundation’s Next Generation Fellows Inés Yábar and Prachi Shevgaonkar are bringing young leaders together to ensure young people are heard.

Breakdown or breakthrough?

The choice is OURS.

For a greener, better, safer future for generations to come.

Let's shape at the United Nations' Summit of the Future in September.

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Young Americans are coming into their potential as leaders.

They’re turning to the power of the SDGs to spark progress across the country — and the world.

Discover how: bit.ly/4cjZzZX

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Young People Across America Are Rallying Around the SDGs | unfoundation.org UN Foundation’s Director of U.S. SDG Policy Planning Caroline Kleinfox spoke with 10 youth about the Sustainable Development Goals and 2030 Agenda.

More than half of all people alive right now are under 30.

So it's fair to say that the future belongs to young people.

But they're rarely given a voice in the decisions that will impact their lives.

We spoke with two young leaders who are trying to change that by inspiring their peers to seize their future.

Read more: bit.ly/3L9AOnO

More people have been forced to flee their homes than at any point in history.

A little solidarity can go a long way.

Until they can safely return home, we need to do what we can to help refugees.

Learn more about how you can stand on : bit.ly/3Xm6ca0

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No one plans to become a refugee.

Yet anyone can be displaced at any time or anywhere.

As we approach , let's never forget that everyone has the right to seek safety.

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Young people across America are ready to choose action over apathy.

That's why they're embracing the .

Read how they’re rallying around the SDGs and taking action: bit.ly/4cjZzZX

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There's a groundswell of support for the Sustainable Development Goals across the USA.

Our Director of U.S. SDG Policy Planning sees it in action every day.

This is how Americans are embracing the to build stronger, more sustainable communities — here and abroad: bit.ly/3TzFdEk

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Our planet's biggest ecosystem is rapidly deteriorating.

We can — and we must — turn the tide for our ocean.

Biodiversity, economies, and our future depend on it.

Here are five things to know about the ocean and climate change on : bit.ly/3xaHFKj

The United Nations has elected the 79th President of the General Assembly.

Congratulations to H.E. Mr. Philemon Yang of Cameroon. 🇨🇲

Read more about his vision of unity, peace, and human dignity for everyone, everywhere: bit.ly/4c0M4hy

During and beyond, let's celebrate, defend, and protect love.

In all its beautiful forms.

Take a stand with United Nations Free & Equal: bit.ly/3wUZFbw

Working together is mission-critical.

To meet the needs of the present while preparing for the challenges ahead.

This September’s Summit of the Future is the moment to build solidarity and forge new paths for .

Are you ready?

Watch this page for updates: bit.ly/SotF2024

When it comes to changing the narrative on Big Tech, Sinead Bovell is THE mover and shaker.

The futurist and founder of WAYE is making the world think differently about technology. How it can be used as a tool to empower — and build futures that work for everyone.

Don't miss our final episode of 7 Questions with her, dropping soon.

Today marks the 76th anniversary of United Nations Peacekeeping in honor of uniformed and civilian personnel.

For peace to last, women need to be involved in decisions that affect them, their families, and the future of their countries.

with every single one of us.

Learn more about on : bit.ly/4bBX5pj

The World Health Assembly is gearing up to be a decisive moment for the future of global health cooperation.

Here’s what to watch for at .

The 77th World Health Assembly: A Decisive Moment for the Future of Global Health Cooperation | unfoundation.org World leaders, global health experts and advocates will convene in Geneva for the World Health Assembly. Learn more about the negotiations happening at WHA 77.

The destruction of is bringing humans and wildlife in closer contact — when they shouldn't be.

And it's leading to infectious diseases and even deaths.

More on how biodiversity loss harms human health: bit.ly/3pZp7ZG

Saru Duckworth is certain: It is possible to end poverty in her lifetime.

Through her research and boundless activism, she’s mobilizing to make — no poverty — a reality.

Don't miss our full conversation with this inspiring Next Generation Fellow.

Today, we celebrate moms all around the world.​

Mothers make endless sacrifices, but not everyone realizes what that costs. ​

No single statistic will tell the full story of the lengths mothers, caregivers, and guardians go to keep their loved ones safe, supported, and healthy. ​

But the facts are clear: Mothers are essential.

On and always, let’s lift up, celebrate, and stand with moms.