Compassion and a strong moral compass is essential to every democratic society. Yet, persecution, injustice and abuse still runs rampant and is tearing at the very fabric of civilization. We must ensure that we have strong institutions, global standards of justice, and a commitment to peace everywhere.
THE TARGETS
Everyone can help to make sure that we meet the Global Goals. Use these twelve targets to create action to promote peace, justice and strong Institutions.
REDUCE VIOLENCE EVERYWHERE
Significantly reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere.
PROMOTE THE RULE OF LAW AND ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR ALL
Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
REDUCE CORRUPTION AND BRIBERY
Substantially reduce corruption and bribery in all their forms.
RESPONSIVE, INCLUSIVE AND REPRESENTATIVE DECISION-MAKING
Ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory and representative decision-making at all levels.
UNIVERSAL LEGAL IDENTITY AND BIRTH REGISTRATION
By 2030, provide legal identity for all, including birth registration.
STRONG INSTITUTIONS TO PREVENT VIOLENCE, TERRORISM AND CRIME
Strengthen relevant national institutions, including through international cooperation, for building capacity at all levels, in particular in developing countries, to prevent violence and combat terrorism and crime.
PROTECT CHILDREN FROM ABUSE, EXPLOITATION, TRAFFICKING AND VIOLENCE
End abuse, exploitation, trafficking and all forms of violence against and torture of children.
COMBAT ORGANIZED CRIME AND ILLICIT FINANCIAL AND ARMS FLOWS
By 2030, significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets and combat all forms of organized crime.
EFFECTIVE, ACCOUNTABLE AND TRANSPARENT INSTITUTIONS
Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
FULL PARTICIPATION OF DEVELOPING COUNTRIES IN GLOBAL GOVERNANCE
Broaden and strengthen the participation of developing countries in the institutions of global governance.
ENSURE PUBLIC ACCESS TO INFORMATION AND PROTECT FUNDAMENTAL FREEDOMS
Ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms, in accordance with national legislation and international agreements.
PROMOTE AND ENFORCE NON-DISCRIMINATORY LAWS
Promote and enforce non-discriminatory laws and policies for sustainable development.
