Snowline: a catalyst for personal and social change
Snowline is focussed on meaning, adventure and philanthropy. The organisation offers unique journeys of self-discovery and personal growth to older workers, typically over 50, who are
The 17 goals
Explore each of the 17 Global Goals and learn about the progress being made with each of them.
Three easy actions that the UK government can take to promote sustainability
Fine words butter no parsnips. The UK government needs to clarify the actions they will take to promote the SDGs
UN SDG of the month: partnerships
Together in solidarity. The UN’s sustainable goal for the month in June 2020 is partnerships.
Impact of COVID-19 on food security and nutrition
We have an opportunity to build a more inclusive and sustainable world. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has made a heartfelt plea for international action to
View from the Snowline…Our global interdependence strengthens the case for aid
17GlobalGoals guest blogger Andy Ashworth argues that, in an interdependent world, if “charity begins at home”, then “home” is the whole earth.
United Nations launches global initiative to combat misinformation
On 21 May 2020, the United Nations launched ‘Verified’, an initiative to combat the growing scourge of COVID-19 misinformation by increasing the volume and reach of trusted, accurate information.
COVID-19 in Africa
The United Nations have issued a policy brief on the effects of COVID-19 in Africa outlining issues surrounding health, socio-economic effects, food security, peace and security, and human rights.
View from the Snowline…Making the case for strong governance
17GlobalGoals guest blogger, Andy Ashworth, makes a convincing case that promoting strong governance and civil society is just as important as any other element of developmental aid.
2020 UN Ocean Conference postponed
Efforts to scale up ocean action are continuing despite the postponement of the 2020 UN Ocean conference due to the coronavirus pandemic.
International agencies urge coordinated response to pandemic
Governments must take immediate steps to prevent a potentially devastating debt crisis and address the economic and financial havoc wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic.