Submitted by: JONARD L.

BAGUIO

Subject: ED 241

REFLECTION PAPER

SUSTAINANLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

The UN is a staunch partner of the Philippine Government for achieving national

development goals and the 2030 Agenda, including the 17 Sustainable Development Goals

(SDGs). The Partnership Framework for Sustainable Development (PFSD) supports the national

long term vision and maps directly and indirectly into Philippine Development Plan (PDP)

priorities, organizing its strategic contributions through a 2030 Agenda lens into three pillars:

“People”, “Prosperity and Planet”, and “Peace.” It builds on decades of close cooperation

between the Philippines and the United Nations for the achievement of national and global

development objectives, focusing on areas where the capacities of the UN, when working across

mandates, will have the greatest impact to leave no one behind. As an initial investment in the

longer-term UN support to 2030 Agenda, it recognizes the strengths and capacities of the

Philippine government and focuses on historically challenging areas that are foundational to

SDGs to complement Philippines-led efforts towards acceleration.

The Sustainable Development Goals in Philippines

The Sustainable Development Goals are a global call to action to end poverty, protect the

earth’s environment and climate, and ensure that people everywhere can enjoy peace and

prosperity. These are the goals the UN is working on in the Philippines. Data in this section is

currently being updated and under review.

 1. No Poverty

2. Zero Hunger

3. Good Health and Well-being

4. Quality Education

5. Gender Equality

6. Clean Water and Sanitation

7. Affordable and Clean Energy

8. Decent Work and Economic Growth

9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

10. Reduced Inequalities

11. Sustainable Cities and Communities

12. Responsible Consumption and Production

13. Climate Action

14. Life Below Water

15. Life on Land

16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

17. Partnerships for the goals

These sustainable development goals will be possible with cooperation and partnership from

the different government organizations. Sustainable Development is about the future of people;

the economy should, within the planetary boundaries, work for society to deliver prosperity and

equity, now and for future generations. Sustainable Development has the potential to be a tool

for social solidarity and can counter the rise in populist anti-establishment feelings of citizens

who are disconnected from decision-making and power. It must not be an elitist agenda but a
people-centred project, aiming at making sustainable consumer choices accessible and

affordable.