It’s been a busy end of the year in Green-Schools, with heightening activity happening around climate action, sustainable development and environmental awareness. With support from Irish Aid, the much anticipated Global Goals Conference took place on November 12th, at Radisson Blu Little Island, Cork. Much like last years launch, the conference was great success for the 11 schools who gathered to focus on the Global Goals for sustainable development.
In 2015, UN leaders agreed to 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for a better world by 2030. These goals have the power to end poverty, fight inequality and reduce the effects of climate change. Guided by these goals, the Green-Schools Global Citizenship themes enables young people to take action and create real measurable change in Ireland.
During a series of activities and talks throughout the conference Green-Schools students had the opportunity to gain a deeper insight into the Sustainable Development Goals. Important global issues were highlighted throughout the event and students gained a deeper insight into concerns such as;
- Gender Equality (Goal 5)
- Clean Water and Sanitation (Goal 6)
- Climate Action (Goal 13)
- Life on land (Goal 15)
- Responsible Production and Consumption (Goal 12)
