Reduce inequality within and among countries
Inequality threatens long-term social and economic development, harms poverty reduction and destroys people’s sense of fulfillment and self-worth. The incomes of the poorest 40 per cent of the population had been growing faster than the national average in most countries. But emerging yet inconclusive evidence suggests that COVID-19 may have put a dent in this positive trend of falling within-country inequality. The pandemic has caused the largest rise in between-country inequality in three decades. Reducing both within- and between-country inequality requires equitable resource distribution, investing in education and skills development, implementing social protection measures, combating discrimination, supporting marginalized groups and fostering international cooperation for fair trade and financial systems.
Outreach Programs
SDG Goals
- 01 – No Poverty
- 02 – Zero Hunger
- 03 – Good Health and Well-being
- 04 – Quality Education
- 05 – Gender Equality
- 06 – Clean Water and Sanitation
- 07 – Affordable and Clean Energy
- 08 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
- 09 – 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