Public-Private Partnerships for SDG Training

The UN SOTF 2024 Virtual Side Event, Public-Private Partnerships for SDG Training, will explore the critical role of SDG capacity building through public-private partnerships in Science, Technology, Innovation, and Digital Cooperation across nations.

This event will happen in the context of Ireland’s third Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Week, happening this year from 20 – 29 September. Ireland’s SDG Week 2024-2025 forms part of the wider European Sustainable Development Week (ESDW), which runs from 18 September – 8 October 2024. This virtual side event is co-hosted by University College Dublin, a Government of Ireland SDG Champion, and SDG Academy the education initiative of UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network.

This event will highlight key initiatives that bring together the public and private sectors to foster innovation and build the necessary capacity for achieving Sustainable Development Goal transformations globally. The discussion aligns with the Pact for the Future, particularly focusing on Actions 5, 12, 30-36, and 57.

Date: Saturday – 21 September 2024 | Add to Google Calendar | Add to Outlook Calendar | ICS File

Time: 8:00-9:15 am ET | 12:00-1:15 pm UTC

Location: Online- Register on Zoom here

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Hosts

Government of Ireland SDG Champion University College Dublin, BuildSkills Academy, SDG Academy, UNIDO, UNITAR, and Swiss Re

Objectives

Identify the key areas where capacity building is most needed to accelerate progress towards SDG achievements.
Explore how public-private partnerships can foster innovation and capacity building in Science, Technology, and Innovation.
Showcase successful models and initiatives that demonstrate effective collaboration between the public and private sectors in building capacity for SDG transformations.

Key Questions

What are the critical gaps in skills and capacity across various sectors that hinder progress towards achieving the SDGs?
How can public-private partnerships be leveraged to bridge these gaps in capacity and foster sustainable industrial development?
How can micro-credentials and certifications be integrated into capacity-building programs to ensure long-term impact and scalability?
What are some successful examples of public-private cooperation in capacity building, in particular, what are some examples in sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and services?