United Nations Zambia to Unveil SDGs Supporters

 The United Nations in Zambia will on Tuesday 17 June officially unveil 24 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Supporters, as part of ongoing efforts to accelerate progress towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The unveiling ceremony will take place in Lusaka.

The 24 SDGs Supporters include traditional leaders, academics, subject matter experts, artists, celebrities, influencers and community members who are among many others in the country that have demonstrated a strong commitment to promoting development and social justice in Zambia and potential to reach wide and varied audiences and inspire action across all sectors of society.

“This initiative aims to harness the power of influence, culture, and expertise to rally all the people in Zambia behind the SDGs,” said Ms Beatrice Mutali, UN Resident Coordinator in Zambia. “Our SDG Supporters will amplify key messages, advocate for inclusive development and participation by all in ensuring progress towards the 17 Global Goals that end in 2030.”

The SDGs Supporters will promote different aspects of sustainable development — including, education, health, gender equality, climate action, decent work, and peace — aligned with Zambia’s national priorities and the Vision 2030. They will engage in public campaigns, community outreach, and advocacy initiatives in partnership with the UN and its implementing partners that include the Government and Civil Society.

Members of the media are invited to attend and cover this important event. Details on the venue and time will be shared in a follow-up advisory.

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For more information, please contact:

Mark Maseko, National Information Officer

United Nations Information Centre (UNIC), Lusaka 

P: +260-211-228487 

E: masekom@un.org