In the framework of recent student debates organized in Odessa under the joint UNDP/EU project “Community-based approach to local development” (CBA), the participants from 18 Universities leant more about Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and why they are crucial for regional and global development. 

The students have not only learnt about the reasons behind the SDGs introduction but have been also briefed about each of 17 Goals and proposed activities to achieve those by 2030. Students as future experts and innovators were explained how their proactive participation may contribute to positive changes. They were also encouraged to bring on the table their creative proposals that could be included the future National Sustainable Development Program.

Some participants have already taken to promoting SDGs, particularly during the Europe Days, like the students of Volodymyr Dahl East-Ukrainian National University featured in the photo.