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Digital transformation for the SDGs: an Ecosystems Approach
When used properly, digital tools and technologies can act as a catalyst for advancing SDG implementation and help deliver global, local and people impact at scale. Building on this belief and on two previous Geneva SDG Community meetings on digitalization, the SDG Lab convened on December 1st the workshop “Digital transformation for the SDGs: an Ecosystems Approach”, facilitated by Nadim Couchair, founder of the 2030Cabinet.
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The Power of Coffee: Convening Geneva’s SDG Actors in 2022
During 2022, the SDG Lab convened nine SDG Community Coffees, bringing together some 180 participants and guest speakers from International Geneva’s vast network of organizations focused on bringing the Sustainable Development Goals to life.
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SDG Lab's Takeaways from 2023 World Government Summit
Technology and the digital transformation, including youth and future generations in governance and decision making, and preparations for the UN Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP 28) were among the key themes that emerged from the 2023 World Government Summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The SDG Lab participated in this future-oriented event to tune into diverse perspectives on the future of sustainability in the region.
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Commentary: Placing Future Generations at the Heart of Sustainable Development
SDG Lab and IISD have produced a joint commentary to unpack the first UN Our Common Agenda Policy Brief focused on future generations. The commentary examines what the brief contains and to share perspectives on the importance of thinking and acting with the interests of future generations in mind.
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Commentary: Placing Future Generations at the Heart of Sustainable Development
SDG Lab and IISD have produced a joint commentary to unpack the first UN Our Common Agenda Policy Brief focused on future generations. The commentary examines what the brief contains and to share perspectives on the importance of thinking and acting with the interests of future generations in mind.
Read MoreSDG Lab's Takeaways from 2023 World Government Summit
Technology and the digital transformation, including youth and future generations in governance and decision making, and preparations for the UN Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP 28) were among the key themes that emerged from the 2023 World Government Summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The SDG Lab participated in this future-oriented event to tune into diverse perspectives on the future of sustainability in the region.
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UN Geneva and IISD Affirm Continued Support for SDG Lab
In the sixth year of its existence, UN Geneva and IISD affirm their support for the SDG Lab and its activities towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
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SDG Lab Newsletter - February 2023
Meet the SDG Lab's New Director and take a look at what we are planning for 2023!
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First SDG Community Coffee of 2023: Foresight Strategies in Sustainable Development
In collaboration with CERN IdeaSquare, the first SDG Community gathering will feature an exchange on foresight strategies for achieving long-term sustainability.
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SDG Lab's Pipeline Builder Project Among 7 Winners Selected for Working on SDG Impact Finance
Together with the Ground_Up Project, the SDG Lab has been developing an innovative approach to source SDG investments from emerging markets – the Pipeline Builder.
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SDG Lab 2022 Year in Review
The SDG Lab reflects on key moments in 2022 that contributed to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals.
Read MoreThe Power of Coffee: Convening Geneva’s SDG Actors in 2022
During 2022, the SDG Lab convened nine SDG Community Coffees, bringing together some 180 participants and guest speakers from International Geneva’s vast network of organizations focused on bringing the Sustainable Development Goals to life.
Read MoreDigital transformation for the SDGs: an Ecosystems Approach
When used properly, digital tools and technologies can act as a catalyst for advancing SDG implementation and help deliver global, local and people impact at scale. Building on this belief and on two previous Geneva SDG Community meetings on digitalization, the SDG Lab convened on December 1st the workshop “Digital transformation for the SDGs: an Ecosystems Approach”, facilitated by Nadim Couchair, founder of the 2030Cabinet.
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Building Bridges 2022 – SDG Lab Recap
Following the conclusion of Building Bridges 2022, the SDG Lab has compiled a summary of its engagements during this event.
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Launch of Geneva SDG Data Forum
November 11 marked the convening of the launch of the “Geneva SDG Data Forum”, a roundtable discussion on practices, challenges, and futures of the SDG data systems and brought together by SDG Lab, the Graduate Institute of Geneva, and Deloitte.
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Strengthening the Geneva 2030 Ecosystem: New Study Underlines Need for Physical Collaboration Space in Geneva
The SDG Lab and IISD in collaboration with ImpactHub conducted an analysis of how a physical collaboration space in the Nations district in the city of Geneva could strengthen existing efforts to build a more inclusive and connected ecosystem
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