SDC brings together governments, youth leaders, and civil society to turn the 2030 Agenda into measurable outcomes — from policy reform in Southeast Asia to grassroots programs across 169 countries.
The Sustainable Development Council (SDC) is a global platform dedicated to promoting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through youth leadership, research, education, and international collaboration. Founded in 2019 as a student-led initiative, SDC has grown into a UN ECOSOC-accredited organization operating in over 30 countries. We convene multi-stakeholder coalitions that translate the 17 Global Goals into local action through policy advisory, research, youth programs, and capacity building.
An Organisation with special consultative status in United Nations ECOSOC from 2021.
The 2030 Agenda adopted by all 193 UN member states. SDC works across all 17 goals — click any goal to explore our programs and impact data.
From policy research to youth leadership programs, SDC delivers specialized services that help governments, organizations, and communities meet their SDG commitments.
Our programs span five continents — from youth leadership summits to policy dialogues with national governments. Each initiative targets specific SDG outcomes.
Nurturing young minds to champion the Sustainable Development Goals through education, youth leadership, and community engagement.
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Promoting renewable energy sources and sustainable power solutions for communities worldwide.
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Sustainable agriculture and nutrition programs to end hunger and achieve food security for all.
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A program dedicated to advancing gender equality and empowering women as leaders of change.
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Citywide sustainable planning and waste management for resilient urban communities.
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Expanding access to quality learning and strengthening teacher capacity for every child.
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Strengthening global collaboration for healthcare access and disease prevention worldwide.
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Protecting marine ecosystems and promoting sustainable fisheries management globally.
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Business strategies for jobs, fair trade, and sustainable economic growth for all.
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Collaborative climate action to reduce emissions and promote environmental sustainability.
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Grassroots resilience initiatives for communities, water security, and sustainable livelihoods.
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Digital access and literacy programs to bridge inequalities and connect communities.
Read MoreSDC membership gives you access to UN side events, policy working groups, research collaborations, and a network spanning 30+ countries. Applications open quarterly.
Conferences, youth forums, and policy dialogues across our global network. Filter by upcoming or past events.
AI, Inclusion and Ethical Digital Transformation for a Sustainable Tomorrow. An affiliate event of the ITU-UNDP Digital@UNGA 2026 platform.
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High-level conversations and practical commitments advancing sustainable health and well-being worldwide at the UN Conference Centre.
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IPWBC 2026 - Invest in Peace for Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day. A global congress bringing together leaders to advance peace and well-being.
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HLPF 2026 side event exploring how ethical, inclusive AI can accelerate progress across the Sustainable Development Goals.
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A future-facing platform focused on education, sustainability, and global collaboration to advance the 2030 Agenda.
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An SDC flagship World Tourism Day event centered on climate action, inclusive development, and sustainable transformation through tourism.
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IYF 5.0 convened youth leaders, diplomats, researchers, and civil society voices from 62 countries for dialogue and multilateral collaboration.
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A congress focused on peace, well-being, and the intersection of human rights with sustainable development goals.
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A peace-focused education summit bringing together South Asian leaders to advance quality education and peaceful societies.
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A sports-linked SDG initiative connecting athletics with sustainable development awareness and youth empowerment.
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Reporting on SDG progress, policy shifts, and field updates from our network and UN partners.
The 2026 SDG Progress Report calls the goals "a shared blueprint for peace" while warning that uneven progress risks leaving the furthest behind.
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Young leaders convened on International Youth Day to advance innovative AI solutions that accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals.
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The 2026 ministerial declaration includes commitments to increase SDG investment and develop international rules for a sustainable future.
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A $4 trillion annual investment gap threatens to undermine the 2030 Agenda, with the UN calling for urgent action to secure sustainable development funding.
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Progress on ending poverty, hunger, and ensuring clean water is stalling across the region, according to a new UN report on the 2030 Agenda.
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Young people gathered to advance innovative solutions and push for accelerated progress on the Sustainable Development Goals before the 2030 deadline.
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