Implementation Of Sustainable Development Goals Research Articles

Training and Marketing of Fashion Upcycling Products in Local Communities

This article focuses on the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 12 (SDG 12), about responsible consumption and production, particularly the fifth target of reducing waste production through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse. The study explored and evaluated the results of the product upgrading performed in a community empowerment activity, which involved upcycling denim waste into A-line skirts and tote bags, and adding decorative materials using sewing techniques such as decorative stitches, tie-dye, and macrame. The article also discusses the importance of producing goods with greater value in terms of sustainability in natural resource utilization. On-site surveys were conducted to evaluate the results of the product upgrading, and the survey results were analyzed qualitatively for further sustainability efforts related to upcycling. Overall, 15 buyers participated, and the results showed positive perceptions about the use of products from fashion waste and there is interest in participating in similar activities in the future.

PENDIDIKAN ISLAM SEBAGAI PILAR PEMBANGUNAN BERKELANJUTAN: PERAN SISTEM PENDIDIKAN PESANTREN DALAM IMPLEMENTASI SDGs

This study aims to examine the role of the pesantren education system in the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and make Islamic education a pillar of sustainable development. The research background includes the importance of integrating religious education with sustainable development goals in order to create a just, sustainable, and prosperous society. The research method used is a qualitative approach by conducting a case study at the Al Hidayah Karangsuci Islamic Boarding School, Purwokerto, Central Java. Data are obtained through observation, interviews, and document analysis. The results showed that thepesantren education system is integrated with Islamic values and SDGs principles, producing students who have complete personalities, akhlakul karimah, and maturity of Ahlussunnah wal Jama'ah creed. In the context of SDGs implementation, the pesantren education system plays an important role by integrating the goals and principles of SDGs in the curriculum and educational activities. The conclusion shows that Islamic education in the pesantren education system has a strategic role in achieving SDGs and forming a just, sustainable, and prosperous society

The Role of Islamic College Library in Supporting the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals 4 Program

This study aims to identify the role of the library of Al-Ulum Integrated Islamic Colllege in supporting the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals 4. The research method used is qualitative method using semi-structured interviews as a data collection technique. The data sources used in this study were stakeholders, students, librarians, and libraries at Al-Ulum Medan Integrated Islamic College. The collected data is then analyzed using thematic analysis. The results of the analysis show two themes, namely programs, and constraints. The program theme explains the role that libraries play in supporting the implementation of SDGs 4. This theme tells about providing access to information to users, library cooperation programs with other parties who also contribute to supporting the implementation of SDGs 4, as well as training programs to develop human resources. The constraint theme illustrates the activities or policies in the library that can hinder the library from providing support in the implementation of SDGs 4. This research contributes to providing new knowledge on how libraries play a role in supporting the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 4

INTELLIGENT FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGIES: CONVERGENCE, MANAGEMENT, SYNERGISM AND TOTAL VECTORS OF INFLUENCE

The relevance of the study lies in the consideration of the issues of the financial sector transformation under the influence of the development of innovative intelligent financial technologies. Based on the application of institutional, evolutionary, synergistic methodological approaches, it is shown that the formation of the Fintech industry market has led to changes in the entire financial sector. The role of artificial intelligence and other intelligent technologies in the development of Fintech and the formation of a total vector of influence on financial systems on a macro scale is analyzed. The study led to the conclusion that the involvement of new participants in interaction through convergence based on smart solutions of “digital finance” expands the boundaries of the synergistic effect, covering not only Fintech, but the entire financial sector, and also contributes to the implementation of sustainable development goals, thus participating in the formation of social and general economic effects, including on a global scale. The study expands the boundaries of the analysis of macroeconomic effects caused by new financial technologies, and also complements the arsenal of scientific paradigms of Fintech, the banking sector and their interaction with synergetic methods.

ESG-Transformation in Russia: Turning to a Social Direction of Business Development

Relevance. Obviously, there is a direct relationship between the implementation of the company's sustainable development goals, its movement in ESG directions and strategic business development. In general, as practice has shown, the first attempts at ESG transformation made in Russia revealed a number of shortcomings in the formulation of the ESG direction in companies, among the main ones noted: weak methodological elaboration, lack of understanding of problems, lack of elaboration of individual areas and fragmented data provision. In the current conditions, it is difficult to talk about the environmental E-component of ESG as the flagship of the sustainable development of companies, as it was before. In this connection, many experts are now talking about the upcoming ESG transformation towards ESG-S. It became possible to assess the level of work of companies in this area based on the analysis of information provided on the companies' website, disclosure of non-financial reports on the RSPP site, as well as sociological studies of the BEAC and HSE, which formed the information base of this consolidated study.The purpose of this study is to analyze the main directions of companies' work in the context of the Scomponent of ESG as a basis for strategic business development in Russia.The objectives are to analyze the social aspects of the activities of most large Russian companies in the main areas: staff turnover, gender equality and interaction with stakeholders, as well as consideration of their assessment issues and partner requirements.Methodology. The following research methods were used: inductive/deductive, normative-analytical, system method and generalization method. Results. The results obtained will be the basis for a systematic assessment of the level of ESG-S results achieved by business at the present stage, as well as a vector of further business movement towards the national specifics of ESG.Conclusions. As a result of the conducted research, conclusions were obtained about the achieved level of ESG-S, and on their basis, further steps towards ESG transformation in today's conditions were outlined.

Predicting Sustainable Development Goals through the Industry 4.0: Insights from Public Listed Companies

In an ideal world, publicly listed companies would be forced to publish a report on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The abandonment of SDG reporting in annual reports by public corporations is the focus of this study. We noticed in recent years that many companies are unable to recognise and commit to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in their annual reports. We observed that Malaysia prioritises economic growth above environmental concerns. Malaysia's economic growth and health system have been jeopardised as a result of the current COVID-19 outbreak. It will be difficult to achieve the other sustainable development objectives if there is a significant prevalence of chronic infectious and non-infectious diseases, as well as a lack of physical, mental, and social well-being in society. In this study, a collection of primary data gathered from the Bursa Malaysia will be used for performance analysis and forecasting. The analytical tools used for this inquiry were Power BI and RapidMiner. In the first activity, we discovered that software and services businesses who use IR 4.0 had the best SDG implementation performance. According to the study, there is a significant relationship between organisations' use of IR 4.0 and their efforts to fulfil the SDGs. It will be easier to meet the Sustainable Development Goals with broad IR 4.0 adoption in a company. According to the results of the survey, Selangor is the state with the highest degree of company SDG implementation. In conclusion, predicted data reveal that states and specific SDGs have a substantial influence on corporate adoption of SDGs. Finally, Selangor-based software and service enterprises provide the most contribution to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Beyond synergies: understanding SDG trade-offs, equity and implementation challenges of sectoral climate change mitigation options

Mitigation actions needed to achieve the ambitions of the Paris agreement to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 °C or below 2 °C have to align with sustainable development. In the near term, this implies a better understanding of context-specific challenges in integrating sustainability with climate policies during the designing, planning, implementation and financing stages. Through a review of selected studies across regions, this paper draws out conclusions focussing on mitigation–sustainable development goal (SDG) trade-offs, with implications on costs and equity for different development contexts. Studies show that trade-offs depend on how the option is implemented and at what scale; mitigation options such as afforestation, biomass production and digitalisation are examples of this. Some options could also result in significant adverse environmental impacts as in the case of battery waste and raw material resources for electric vehicle (EV) or air pollution associated with compact urban development. We find the most important factors influencing equity include unequal access (e.g. urban green spaces and public transportation), high costs (e.g. EV) and financial constraints. Major knowledge gaps include (i) limited empirical evidence of SDG-related trade-offs associated with scaling up mitigation options, (ii) limited understanding of the extent to which benefits are experienced by different groups, (iii) an understanding of the extent to which local context was considered when assessing mitigation–SDG interaction, including the engagement of stakeholders and (iv) synergies and trade-offs associated with cross-sectoral policies. The paper recommends ex-post analysis of detailed and place-based cases that document how synergies and trade-offs emerged and how these were addressed.

Inclusive education policy and experience: Global and local perspectives

European Journal of EducationVolume 58, Issue 2 p. 181-184 EDITORIAL Inclusive education policy and experience: Global and local perspectives Marie-Christine Deyrich, Corresponding Author Marie-Christine Deyrich [email protected] Cultures, Education and Societies Laboratory (LACES, UR 7437), National Institute for Education and Teaching (INSPÉ), Bordeaux University, 160 av. de Verdun, 33700 Mérignac, France Correspondence Marie-Christine Deyrich, Cultures, Education and Societies Laboratory (LACES, UR 7437), National Institute for Education and Teaching (INSPÉ), Bordeaux University, 160 av. de Verdun, 33700 Mérignac, France. Email: [email protected]Search for more papers by this authorMagdalena Kohout-Diaz, Magdalena Kohout-Diaz Bordeaux University, Mérignac, FranceSearch for more papers by this author Marie-Christine Deyrich, Corresponding Author Marie-Christine Deyrich [email protected] Cultures, Education and Societies Laboratory (LACES, UR 7437), National Institute for Education and Teaching (INSPÉ), Bordeaux University, 160 av. de Verdun, 33700 Mérignac, France Correspondence Marie-Christine Deyrich, Cultures, Education and Societies Laboratory (LACES, UR 7437), National Institute for Education and Teaching (INSPÉ), Bordeaux University, 160 av. de Verdun, 33700 Mérignac, France. Email: [email protected]Search for more papers by this authorMagdalena Kohout-Diaz, Magdalena Kohout-Diaz Bordeaux University, Mérignac, FranceSearch for more papers by this author First published: 05 May 2023 https://doi.org/10.1111/ejed.12559Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL REFERENCES UNESCO. (2015). Incheon declaration and framework for action, for the implementation of sustainable development goal 4. Ensure Inclusive and Equitable Quality Education and Promote Lifelong Learning Opportunities for all. Education 2030, ED-2016/WS/28. https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000245656 UNESCO. (1994). The Salamanca statement and framework for action on special needs education. Adopted by the world conference on special needs education: Access and quality. UNESCO https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000098427 Warnock, M. (1978). Special educational needs. Report of the committee of enquiry into the education of handicapped children and young people. Her Majesty's Stationery Office www.educationengland.org.uk/documents/warnock Volume58, Issue2Special Issue: Inclusive education policy and experiences: Global and local perspectivesJune 2023Pages 181-184 ReferencesRelatedInformation

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Social policy in gender equality, empowerment and opportunities for women and girls in Vietnam

Sustainable development is a requirement throughout the country's development process. People are at the heart of sustainable development. Maximizing the human factor as the main subject, resource and goal of sustainable development are Vietnam's commitments so that no one is left behind. To achieve this goal, human resources must be liberated, in which it is necessary to create conditions for everyone and all communities in society to have equal opportunities for development, access to common resources and to participate, contribute and benefit, creating material foundations, good knowledge and culture for generations to come. This article approaches from the perspective of gender equality in the previous family and the implementation of sustainable development goals in Vietnam today.

Governance in the implementation of the UN sustainable development goals in higher education: global trends.

Governance is a key component for implementing sustainable development (SD) initiatives in university teaching, research, and projects. This line of thinking also applies to implementing the United Nations (UN) sustainable development goals (SDGs). Despite the role of governance in guiding processes related to the SDGs, few studies have examined these relations in an integrative manner in higher education. To bridge this knowledge gap, this study assesses the connections between governance and implementing the SDGs at higher education institutions (HEIs). Specifically, it relies on two main methods. The first is a bibliometric analysis, where the literature on the topic has been analyzed. The second method uses case studies from a sample of universities. The combined dual approach has identified the extent to which governance issues influence how these organizations perceive and handle the SDGs. The study provides valuable recommendations that may assist HEIs in implementing the SDGs with a due emphasis on governance.

Global degradation trends of grassland and their driving factors since 2000

ABSTRACT Grassland is the second largest terrestrial ecosystem and a fundamental land resource for human survival and development. Although grassland degradation is a recognized and crucial ecological problem, there is no consensus on the area, scope, and degree of its global degradation trends, making the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 15.3 for achieving a land degradation-neutral world uncertain. This study quantitatively explored global grassland degradation trends from 2000 to 2020 by coupling vegetation growth and its response to climate change. Furthermore, the driving factors behind these trends were analyzed, especially in hotspots. Results show that the improvement in global grassland has been remarkable since 2000, with a 1.92 times larger area than degrading grassland, amounting to 372.47 × 104 and 193.57 × 104 km2, respectively. Africa and Asia lead in global grassland degradation and improvement, respectively. Globally, the combined effects of climate change and human activities are the main driving factors for grassland degradation and improvement, accounting for 84.72 and 87.76%, respectively. Notably, human activities played a crucial role in reversing the trend of grassland degradation in some hotspots. Finally, this study provides an essential scientific reference and support for realizing SDG 15.3 on global and regional scales.

Sustainable Facility Management in UN Development Goals

Facility Management (FM) is currently focusing on sustainability through the adoption of the newly recognised United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) when making business decisions. Strategic Sustainable FM has the potential towards the realisation of the 17 SDGs at all levels of organisation in the FM sector. However, the FM sector is also encountering potential barriers to the implementation of the relevant SDGs. Standardised and strategic level support is crucial for the smooth adoption of sustainable FM. This paper is aimed at discussing the role of facility management in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. This viewpoint paper, whereby content is dependent on the authors’ opinion and interpretation, focuses on new emerging disciplines that will affect the operations phase of buildings and the people working therein. The SDGs can help to objectively quantify the added value of FM to the core business and the global FM industry including impact of ISO standards and stakeholders (clients, service providers and researchers).

Menguatkan Karakter Kerukunan Masyarakat Multikultural Indonesia Melalui Praktik Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan Global di Kota Salatiga

Indonesia is known as a multicultural nation. This progress is a cultural property as well as prone to horizontal and vertical conflicts. One of the goals of Global Citizenship Education is peace and justice for global citizens. One area in Indonesia that has harmony in accordance with the vision of Global Citizenship Education is the City of Salatiga, Central Java Province. The research method used is qualitative using a case study approach. Based on research results, the people of Salatiga have been very concerned about religious and socio-cultural harmony since ancient times until now. In addition, a life of harmony is the implementation of UNESCO's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) program, namely programs of peace, justice and strong institutions. The strategy for increasing harmony is carried out by the community by establishing three civic sites, namely Pancasila Village, National Village and Harmony Village. Various socio-cultural activities are carried out by the community to increase the harmony around them. The difference between the three villages is that Pancasila Village was chosen because it has the characteristics of a fairly complete distribution of places of worship and there is a tradition of tolerance in the community. National Village was chosen because the villagers have an awareness of patriotism. While the Harmony Village was chosen because of the characteristics of the villagers living in harmony and religious conflicts rarely occur.

BAH! Method: proposal for a method for feasibility analysis and implementation of SDG in brazilian municipalities

Purpose: This study aims to propose a method, analyzing the feasibility and implementation of SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) in Brazilian municipalities, examining the reality of each one. The central question is: what is being done to put the 2030 Agenda into practice in Brazilian municipalities? Methodology/approach: DSR (Design Science Research) was used as a methodological basis, as it allows the creation of artifacts, which, during their development, can build theories that describe, explain and predict how reality is defined, in general. In this case, the objective of the method is to analyze local characteristics, verifying the practical implementation of the SDGs in Brazilian municipalities. Originality/Relevance: this research resulted in Bah! Method, also developing Bah Seal! which plays an effective indicator role, with the aim of improving the present situation and future performance, creating a pioneering certification method/system. Key findings: It is concluded that there is a lack of implementation of the SDGs in Brazilian municipalities, thus creating the method called BAH, an acronym that means Environmental and Humanized Benefit (in Portuguese), once the implementation of the SDGs generates benefits for the environment and for people, aligning and proposing public policies to municipalities. Theoretical/methodological contributions: This study intended to contribute academically to the development of DSR in management, demonstrating its importance in helping to solve problems through artifacts, as in the managerial area and other applied social sciences encouraging the development of strategies to collaborate in the Agenda 2030 process.

BAH! METHOD: PROPOSAL FOR A METHOD FOR FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF SDG IN BRAZILIAN MUNICIPALITIES

Purpose: This study aims to propose a method, analyzing the feasibility and implementation of SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) in Brazilian municipalities, examining the reality of each one. The central question is: what is being done to put the 2030 Agenda into practice in Brazilian municipalities? Methodology/approach: DSR (Design Science Research) was used as a methodological basis, as it allows the creation of artifacts, which, during their development, can build theories that describe, explain and predict how reality is defined, in general. In this case, the objective of the method is to analyze local characteristics, verifying the practical implementation of the SDGs in Brazilian municipalities. Originality/Relevance: this research resulted in Bah! Method, also developing Bah Seal! which plays an effective indicator role, with the aim of improving the present situation and future performance, creating a pioneering certification method/system. Key findings: It is concluded that there is a lack of implementation of the SDGs in Brazilian municipalities, thus creating the method called BAH, an acronym that means Environmental and Humanized Benefit (in Portuguese), once the implementation of the SDGs generates benefits for the environment and for people, aligning and proposing public policies to municipalities. Theoretical/methodological contributions: This study intended to contribute academically to the development of DSR in management, demonstrating its importance in helping to solve problems through artifacts, as in the managerial area and other applied social sciences encouraging the development of strategies to collaborate in the Agenda 2030 process.

Mapping enablers for SDG implementation in the private sector: a systematic literature review and research agenda

Academics and practitioners alike recognize the important role of businesses in achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, research is still needed to understand strategies that can aid the private sector in this regard. The objective of the current paper is twofold. First, it provides an interdisciplinary systematic literature review of 96 papers published between 2015 and 2022 to analyse the state-of-the-art of the academic literature on the enablers that can facilitate SDG implementation in businesses. The analysis provides evidence that enablers can be categorized depending on whether they are external to the company (industry, tools, and education), internal to the company (company characteristics, governance, and adoption of innovation and technology), or a combination of both (Public–Private Partnerships). Second, it provides a specific research agenda on each enabler, offering relevant recommendations for academics, practitioners and policy makers to work simultaneously to achieve the UN’s 2030 Agenda.

Regional collaboration for the sustainable development goals: Experiences from developing a multi‐actor platform in Sweden

AbstractThe 2030 Agenda and its integrative and indivisible sustainable development goals (SDGs) challenge traditional ways of governing. Hence, collaboration across sectors, actors, and levels is fundamental in SDG localisation, where subnational levels (actors at regional and local levels) play key roles in forwarding societal transformation. The paper sheds light on the complexity of collaboration by exploring the early stages of developing multi‐actor collaboration for SDG implementation at a county level in Sweden. The analyses depart from interviews and observations. One of the main conclusions is that it is important to discuss the involved organisations' understanding and ambitions more in‐depth early on in such collaboration processes. To be able to do so, the actors need to have the capacity to see beyond their traditional roles. Moreover, the study indicates that leadership is essential in this context, but this leadership needs to be based on neutrality, which, in practise, is a challenge.

The Impact of External Shocks on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Linking the COVID-19 Pandemic to SDG Implementation at the Local Government Level

Using data from a survey we conducted in collaboration with the Association of Flemish Cities and Municipalities (VVSG), this article sought to examine the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the implementation of SDGs by Flemish local governments (cities and municipalities). Identifying such effects has usually been conducted on individuals and at a macro level and not at the organization and local government level. By using a counterfactual approach, we were able to disentangle various COVID-19 effects over time and learn how systems at the local level react to external shocks. The approach allowed us to single out the effects of the pandemic at the organizational level while looking into three distinct periods: before the pandemic, during the pandemic, and in its aftermath. Results showed that the COVID-19 pandemic slowed down the Flemish public sector’s implementation of SDGs at the local level. At the same time, COVID-19 allowed local public institutions to accelerate the implementation of a few SDGs (e.g., SDG1, SDG3) and to postpone a few SDG-related activities which would be resumed once the pandemic is ‘over’. COVID-19 is not only a challenge; it acts as a wake-up call and an opportunity to commit more towards the implementation of (certain) SDGs.

Conservation of agricultural genetic resources as an indicator of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Indonesia

Food security and sustainable agriculture are among the priorities on the global agenda, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Indonesia adopted the SDGs and committed to implementing them at the national level. Among the priorities targeted in the implementation of SDGs in Indonesia are food security and sustainable agriculture. Indonesia’s richness in agricultural genetic resources is the potential to support the implementation of SDG 2.5.1. This paper describes the agricultural genetic resources management in Indonesia and its relevance for the implementation of SDGs 2.5.1. Data were collected from official and recommended sources. Around 20 stakeholders take a role in the management and conservation of agricultural genetic resources in Indonesia. At least 42.240 accessions of 1057 plant species including food crops, horticulture crops, estate crops, and forage were conserved ex-situ in those respective stakeholders. However, not all those conservation activities are able to support the implementation of SDG 2.5.1 due to the lack of information, less visibility, and some deficiencies in the management program. Particular efforts are required to establish better management of agricultural genetic resources at the national level, to improve their visibility, and to enable them to support SDGs 2.5.1.