SYNOPSIS ON MDGs AND SDGs
A Comparison In recent years, global development goals have played a pivotal role in shaping the world’s agenda for progress. The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are two key frameworks designed to address global challenges. Although both aim to eradicate poverty, promote equality, and protect the planet, they differ in scope, approach, and ambition. What Are MDGs? The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were a set of eight international development goals established following the Millennium Summit of the United Nations in 2000. These goals aimed to tackle key global issues by 2015, focusing primarily on poverty reduction, education, gender equality, health, and environmental sustainability. The MDGs were considered a major step forward in addressing global poverty and inequality. The 8 MDGs: Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger Achieve universal primary education Promote gender equality and empower women Reduce child mortali...