Overview of SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Sustainable Development Goal 17 (SDG 17) is about strengthening the means of implementation and revitalizing the global partnership for sustainable development. It is a unique goal within the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development as it focuses on the methods and tools needed to achieve the other 16 SDGs.

Targets of SDG 17:

• Finance: Enhance international support for implementing effective and targeted capacity-building in developing countries to support national plans to implement all the Sustainable Development Goals.

• Technology: Promote the development, transfer, dissemination, and diffusion of environmentally sound technologies to developing countries.

• Capacity Building: Increase support for capacity-building initiatives to national plans and programs for sustainable development.

• Trade: Promote a universal, rules-based, open, non-discriminatory, and equitable multilateral trading system under the World Trade Organization.

• Systemic Issues - Policy and Institutional Coherence: Enhance global macroeconomic stability and align policies with the Sustainable Development Goals.

• Multi-stakeholder Partnerships: Enhance the global partnership for sustainable development, complemented by multi-stakeholder partnerships.

• Data, Monitoring, and Accountability: Support the availability of high-quality, timely, and reliable data.

Indicators of SDG 17:

The indicators for SDG 17 are diverse and include measures like the mobilization of financial resources, technology transfer, trade policies, and the effectiveness of partnerships for development.

ARAC's Commitment to SDG 17 and the UN SDGs

ARAC International demonstrates a strong commitment to SDG 17 and the broader objectives of the UN SDGs through various partnerships, collaborations, and initiatives:

• IEP Ambassador Program: ARAC actively participates in the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) Ambassador Program, contributing to the promotion of positive peace and a better understanding of the economic benefits of peace.
  
  

• Mediators Beyond Borders International (MBBI): In collaboration with MBBI, ARAC supports peacebuilding initiatives, focusing on mediation and conflict resolution skills to address and prevent conflicts, directly contributing to SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) and SDG 17.
  
  

• U.S. Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights: Partnering with this institute, ARAC works to promote human rights and diplomacy education, aligning with the principles of the SDGs and fostering global partnerships for sustainable development.
  
  

• The Alliance for Peacebuilding: Through this alliance, ARAC engages in various activities that promote peace and security, crucial elements for achieving the SDGs.
  
  

• Support for Humanitarian Aid Organizations and NGOs: ARAC provides strategic support to various humanitarian aid organizations and NGOs, aiding them in their missions aligned with the SDGs. This support includes capacity building, risk analysis, and strategic planning, enhancing their effectiveness and impact.
  
  

• Promotion of Sustainable Development Goals: ARAC is committed to advancing all the SDGs through its work, recognizing the interconnectedness of these goals and the importance of a holistic approach to sustainable development.
  
  

• Global and Local Partnership Building: ARAC fosters partnerships both globally and locally, understanding that the achievement of the SDGs requires collaboration across different sectors and levels.
  
  

• Advocacy and Awareness-Raising: By raising awareness about the SDGs and the need for global partnerships, ARAC plays a crucial role in mobilizing resources and support for these goals.
  
  

• Policy Influence and Implementation: ARAC contributes to policy dialogues and implementation strategies that are in line with SDG 17, advocating for effective and sustainable solutions to global challenges.
  
  

Through these engagements and commitments, ARAC International solidifies its role as a key player in supporting and achieving SDG 17, as well as the entire suite of Sustainable Development Goals, recognizing that partnerships and global cooperation are fundamental to addressing the world's most pressing challenges.