Giving Compass' Take:

• We have made considerable progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, but more work still needs to happen to see success. 

• What are you doing in your local community to contribute to SDG achievement?

• Learn why community foundations are essential in achieving the SDGs. 

One of the biggest takeaways from the report is that it shows that the international community can make progress when we act – and in many areas, we are making progress – but we must strengthen our work to quicken the pace of change and make sure no one is left behind. Our challenges are serious, but now is the time to act.

“While considerable progress has been made over the past decade across all areas of development, the pace of progress observed in previous years is insufficient to fully meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and targets by 2030. Time is therefore of the essence.

Each of us can make a difference in our communities and in partnership with the United Nations.

Read the full article about achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by Jenni Lee at United Nations Foundation.