The 2025 edition of the Heroes of Tomorrow: UN #SDGAwards will recognize the extraordinary campaigns, initiatives and changemakers who reaffirm our belief that every choice matters—and that every person, in every context, have the power to create lasting change. Resilience Award honors initiatives that demonstrate outstanding resilience in overcoming crises, adversity, or systemic—environmental, political, economic, or social—challenges turning adversity into opportunity to build stronger, more inclusive communities. Creativity Award recognizes campaigns and initiatives that harness the power of creativity—through art, music, film, theatre, digital media, or any form of expression—to shift public perceptions, influence policies, and drive action for more sustainable, equitable, and peaceful societies. Changemaker Award honors individuals who envisions a new reality and create lasting impact—whether leading movements or working quietly behind the scenes for equality, justice and human rights, illuminating the path even in the most challenging places and times. ✍️ Apply for the #SDGAwards by 🗓️ 25 May 2025: https://lnkd.in/ei8kxTck
UN SDG Action Campaign
International Affairs
Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia 42,697 followers
A UN initiative to engage, campaign and catalyze action for the SDGs, driving positive change for people and the planet.
About us
The UN SDG Action Campaign is a universal entry point for citizens to interact with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and support the efforts to implement them. In October 2015, the UN Secretary General sanctioned the new mandate of the Campaign for the next 15 years to contribute to SDG achievement by building and maintaining political will for the Goals, as well as by encouraging and supporting multi-stakeholder engagement in the implementation of Agenda 2030. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X: @SDGaction #Act4SDGs
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https://sdgactioncampaign.org/
External link for UN SDG Action Campaign
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2002
- Specialties
- United Nations, Sustainable Development Goals, and Sustainable Development
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Platz der Vereinten Nationen 1
Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia 53113, DE
Employees at UN SDG Action Campaign
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Samuele Cofano
Communication and partnerships specialist
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Marina Ponti
Global Director of the UN SDG Action Campaign—a UN initiative to engage, campaign, and catalyze positive change for people and the planet.
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Manjola P.
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Suvarna Raj
UN SDG Changemaker Awardee, Disability Rights Advocate, Indian Para Athlete, NDTV Indian of the Year, The President Awardee, Motivational Speaker…
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UN SDG Action Campaign reposted this
⏰️ 1-hour countdown to our UN Food Systems Summit +4 Stocktake Action Day Youth Event, co-organized by The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia and Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale, and the UN SDG Action Campaign. What to expect? 📺 Join LIVE TODAY for an intergenerational dialogue on transforming #foodsystems. 🎨 Through the compelling collages of the renowned Turkish artist Uğur Gallenkuş, the event will explore how #art can shift narratives — from acknowledging systemic #inequalities to inspiring hopeful action. 🎶 Three musical performances by Rocky Dawuni, singer-songwriter, 4x Grammy-nominated musician, activist, and UN Environment Programme Goodwill Ambassador; Chioma Ogbonna, singer-songwriter, and artivist; and Yardanos Yohannes. The event will spotlight: ✅ Youth changemakers, including 🏆 #SDGAwards winners ✅ The power of art and creativity to inspire action ✅ Intergenerational, cross-sector collaboration between national governments, UN entities, changemakers, artists, #civilsociety, and grassroots organizations 🗓 Sunday, 27 July 2025 🕑 14:00-15:30 EAT / 13:00-14:30 CET / 07:00-08:30 EDT 📍 Africa Hall, UNECA Conference Centre, Addis Ababa 🎥 Watch LIVE from United Nations Web TV, UN YouTube, UN Food Systems Coordination Hub and learn more: https://lnkd.in/erDFcfbv
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⏰️ 1-hour countdown to our UN Food Systems Summit +4 Stocktake Action Day Youth Event, co-organized by The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia and Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale, and the UN SDG Action Campaign. What to expect? 📺 Join LIVE TODAY for an intergenerational dialogue on transforming #foodsystems. 🎨 Through the compelling collages of the renowned Turkish artist Uğur Gallenkuş, the event will explore how #art can shift narratives — from acknowledging systemic #inequalities to inspiring hopeful action. 🎶 Three musical performances by Rocky Dawuni, singer-songwriter, 4x Grammy-nominated musician, activist, and UN Environment Programme Goodwill Ambassador; Chioma Ogbonna, singer-songwriter, and artivist; and Yardanos Yohannes. The event will spotlight: ✅ Youth changemakers, including 🏆 #SDGAwards winners ✅ The power of art and creativity to inspire action ✅ Intergenerational, cross-sector collaboration between national governments, UN entities, changemakers, artists, #civilsociety, and grassroots organizations 🗓 Sunday, 27 July 2025 🕑 14:00-15:30 EAT / 13:00-14:30 CET / 07:00-08:30 EDT 📍 Africa Hall, UNECA Conference Centre, Addis Ababa 🎥 Watch LIVE from United Nations Web TV, UN YouTube, UN Food Systems Coordination Hub and learn more: https://lnkd.in/erDFcfbv
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🗓️ Save the Date! As part of the #UNFSS2025 Action Day, join the UN SDG Action Campaign LIVE for an intergenerational dialogue on transforming #foodsystems — co-organised by The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia , Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale, and the UN SDG Action Campaign. Through the compelling collages of the renowned Turkish artist Uğur Gallenkuş, the event will explore how art can shift narratives — from acknowledging systemic #inequalities to inspiring hopeful action. The event will spotlight: ✅ Youth changemakers including #SDGAwards winners ✅ The power of art and creativity to inspire action ✅ Intergenerational, cross-sector collaboration between national governments, UN entities, changemakers, artists, #civilsociety and grassroots organizations Watch LIVE from the United Nations Web TV, and learn more: https://lnkd.in/erDFcfbv
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Our food systems feed the planet — but at what cost? The current system is responsible for: 🔺 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions 🌳 80–90% of tropical deforestation & wetland loss 💧 70% of freshwater withdrawals It’s time to transform food systems — for people, climate, and nature. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/erDFcfbv #UNFSS2025 #FoodSystems
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#DYK women feed the world — yet they carry the heaviest burden. They produce over 50% of the world’s food, but are too often overlooked as farmers and economic leaders. With equal access to resources, women could lift up to 150 million people out of hunger. It’s time to recognize, empower, and invest in women across food systems. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/erDFcfbv #UNFSS2025
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UN SDG Action Campaign reposted this
🗓️ Save the Date! As part of the #UNFSS2025 Action Day, join the UN SDG Action Campaign for an intergenerational dialogue on transforming #foodsystems —co-organised by The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia , Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale, and the UN SDG Action Campaign. Through the compelling collages of the renowned Turkish artist Uğur Gallenkuş, the event will explore how art can shift narratives — from acknowledging systemic #inequalities to inspiring hopeful action. The event will spotlight: ✅ Youth changemakers including #SDGAwards winners ✅ The power of art and creativity to inspire action ✅ Intergenerational, cross-sector collaboration between national governments, UN entities, changemakers, artists, #civilsociety and grassroots organizations Learn more: https://lnkd.in/erDFcfbv
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#DYK our world is home to 1.2 billion young people — and nearly half of working youth are powering our agrifood systems. 🌍 Their work has the potential to boost the global economy by $1.5 trillion. When we invest in youth, we don't just create jobs — we transform food systems and shape a sustainable future for all. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/erDFcfbv #UNFSS2025 #FoodSystems
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#DYK Sustainable food systems could unlock over $5 trillion in economic benefits every year. Transforming our food systems isn’t just urgent — it’s smart. Better for the planet, better for people, better for prosperity. 🌍🌱 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/erDFcfbv #UNFSS2025
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🗓️ Save the Date! As part of the #UNFSS2025 Action Day, join us for an intergenerational dialogue on transforming #foodsystems, co-organised by the UN SDG Action Campaign, Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale and The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia. Through the compelling collages of the renowned Turkish artist Uğur Gallenkuş, we will explore how art can shift narratives — from acknowledging systemic #inequalities to inspiring hopeful action. The event will spotlight: ✅ Youth changemakers including #SDGAwards winners ✅ The power of art and creativity to inspire action ✅ Intergenerational, cross-sector collaboration between national governments, United Nations entities, changemakers, artists, #civilsociety and grassroots organizations Learn more: https://lnkd.in/erDFcfbv
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